The vehicle had approximately 300 miles after purchasing new. A master chassis fault/check engine light was illuminated. I was on my way to the dealership when suddenly a number of lights lit up on the dashboard and the vehicle decelerated on its own and went to no acceleration mode. I managed to get to the side of the freeway and drove to the dealer a severely limited speed (15mph). Subsequent to the dealer fixing the problem which I was told was a defective break sensor switch the vehicle has been in the shop 5 separate times for fault lights coming on. At this point I am concerned about the safety of the vehicle or if I should even drive it any longer.
The worst 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL problems
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
Recalls 2
Back over prevention: display function
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2020 Slingshot GT, 2021-2023 Slingshot S, Slingshot S Tech, 2020-2023 Slingshot R, Slingshot SL, and 2022-2023 Slingshot SLR vehicles updated with Ride Command Software. After shifting out of reverse, the rearview camera image may freeze and display a blank screen if shifted into reverse again. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- The loss of the rearview camera image while in reverse can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the Ride Command software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2023. Owners may contact Polaris' customer service at 1‑855‑863‑2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-23-03.
Recall number 23V466000 · Recall details
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Slingshot R, Slingshot S with Technology Package 1, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, and Slingshot S motorcycles. The alternator may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing.
- Risk
- An improperly heat-treated alternator may crack and separate during operation, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2023. Owners may contact Polaris' customer service at 1‑855‑863‑2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-23-01.
Recall number 23V106000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL 21
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Engine
- This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding changing the oil on Model Year 2020 and...
- On some Polaris models equipped with a Dual Sweep Analog (C4) gauge cluster, dealers and customers may see...
- Polaris has received an increasing number of claims for vehicles not charging
- Polaris has received an increasing number of claims for vehicles not charging
- This Team Tip is to bring awareness to a new drive belt for Model Year 2021+ Slingshot vehicles
- Polaris has received feedback that the security system is not re-enabling after the vehicle battery...
- We recently determined that some Model Year 2020-2023 Slingshot vehicles updated with RIDE COMMAND...
- This Team Tip is designed to bring awareness to audio system changes starting in Model Year 2024 with RIDE...
- Polaris has identified that some Model Year 2020+ Slingshot vehicles may exhibit a brake warning light and...
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Questions about the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL
Is the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL, close to a typical Slingshot SL model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2023 Polaris Slingshot SL have?
2 recalls, covering back over prevention and electrical system.
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