2016 Polaris Slingshot
Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 25 total reports mention: power train.
6 of 25 total reports mention: steering.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PORALIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND SEIZED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170802
6 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 POLARIS SLINGSHOT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE THROTTLE LOST POWER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180629
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PORALIS SLINGSHOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND SEIZED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL AND CRASH INTO A SECOND VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170802
4 of 25 total reports mention: suspension.
3 of 25 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Polaris Industries, Inc.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single headlight relay with a circuit that uses two headlight relays, free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2015. Owners may contact Slingshot customer service at 1-855-863-2284.
Campaign 15V777000 — check if this car was fixed
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured December 28, 2015, to April 27, 2016. The brake pressure switch may have been over tightened in the affected motorcycles.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will install new brake pressure switch seals, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-16-02.
Campaign 16V752000 — check if this car was fixed
Polaris Idustries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured March 4, 2014, to October 7, 2016. The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the fuel line and the hood structure.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the replace the engine fuel line, and inspect the retention clips to reduce the risk of interference, free of charge. The recall began December 2016.
Campaign 16V754000 — check if this car was fixed
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured March 4, 2014, to September 7, 2016. The affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a swing arm that has insufficient strength.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and repair or replace the swing arm, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284.
Campaign 16V755000 — check if this car was fixed
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Slingshot vehicles. The affected vehicles previously had their rear swingarms replaced during the remedy of NHTSA recall number 16V-255.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the swingarms for missing grommets, installing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2017. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290.
Campaign 17V357000 — check if this car was fixed
Seatbelt Retractor Failure
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling all 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot motorcycles. The driver-seat and passenger-seat seat belt and seat back anchoring bracket may have been improperly welded.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt bracket and seat back welds, and the seat slider latching function.
Campaign 18V195000 — check if this car was fixed
Polaris Industries (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL and Slingshot SL LE motorcycles equipped with a backup camera.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the back-up camera, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2019. Owners may contact Polaris at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-04.
Campaign 18V809000 — check if this car was fixed
Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Excessive electrical current may damage the battery fuse holder terminals.
Remedy: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the battery fuse block terminals and relocate the 50 amp chassis fuse, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284.
Campaign 19V750000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Polaris Slingshot — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V777000 (electrical system, exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V752000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V754000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V755000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V357000 (service brakes, hydraulic, traction control system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V195000 (seat belts, seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V809000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V750000 (electrical system) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 Polaris Slingshot reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Polaris Slingshot?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Polaris Slingshot have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.