Driver side.. brake doesnt stop ,can feel it in brake pedal,constantly filling up resorvoir..also stays accelerated when coming to a stop..there is recalls on issue
The worst 2016 Polaris Slingshot problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission7
- Brakes6
- Steering6
- Suspension4
- Electrical3
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Transmission7
- Brakes6
- Steering6
- Suspension4
- Electrical3
- Fuel system3
- Acceleration2
- Body2
- Seat belts2
- Wheels2
- Engine1
- Seats1
Recalls 8
Electrical system: wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
- What is wrong
- Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Slingshot motorcycles. Excessive electrical current may damage the battery fuse holder terminals.
- Risk
- Damaged terminals may result in the loss of forward and rear lighting, instrument cluster gauges, or power steering assist. Any of these scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
- 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. Polaris's number for this recall is T-19-01.
Recall number 19V750000 · Recall details
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL and Slingshot SL LE motorcycles equipped with a backup camera. The back-up camera may fail internally, possibly melting the voltage regulator and blowing the fuse for that circuit, thereby preventing the taillight from functioning properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
- Risk
- The melted voltage regulator can increase the risk of a fire. The loss of a tail light can increase the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 18V809000 · Recall details
Seats
- What is wrong
- 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. Additionally, differences in the seat assembly may prevent proper latching of the seat slider, allowing the driver's seat to move unexpectedly.
- Risk
- If the seat belt buckle or seat back detach from the seat base, there would be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. If the driver's seat unexpectedly moves, it can cause the driver to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt bracket and seat back welds, and the seat slider latching function. If the weld is missing or incomplete, or if the slider doesn't latch properly, the seat bases will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1‑855‑863‑2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-01.
Recall number 18V195000 · Recall details
Traction control system
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Slingshot vehicles. The affected vehicles previously had their rear swingarms replaced during the remedy of the federal safety agency recall number 16V‑255. The replacement swingarms may have been installed without the sealing grommets installed, potentially resulting in road debris contaminating the rear wheel speed sensor.
- Risk
- Contamination of the rear speed sensor will disable the ABS and Traction/Stability Control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Polaris' number for this recall is T-17-04.
Recall number 17V357000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Due to the insufficient swing arm strength, the swing arm may fracture resulting in a loss of momentum or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Polaris' number for this recall is T-16-06.
Recall number 16V755000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Over tightening of the brake pressure switch may damage the seal, allowing brake fluid to leak, resulting in reduced brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
Recall number 16V752000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- The insufficient clearance may allow the fuel line to rub against the hood until it leaks fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- 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. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1‑855‑863‑2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-16-03.
Recall number 16V754000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured April 21, 2014, to October 22, 2015, Slingshot SL motorcycles manufactured April 28, 2015 to October 23, 2015, and Slingshot SL SE motorcycles manufactured December 15, 2014, to October 22, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the headlight relay may fail and result in a loss of headlights.
- Risk
- A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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. Polaris' number for this recall is SLI-15-05.
Recall number 15V777000 · Recall details
See all 8 recalls for the 2016 Polaris Slingshot
Defect investigations
Seatbelt Retractor Failure
See attached closing resume summary.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Polaris Slingshot 43
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Ask Polaris article provides information regarding engine valve guide wear inspection and measurement...
- Submitting a Debug Report immediately after a Digital Wrench II incident is strongly recommended
- This Ask Polaris article provides information to systematically identify the root
- This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding battery maintenance on Model Year 2019...
- This Ask Polaris article provides information about how to perform a leakdown test on Polaris Slingshot...
- A new input shaft seal, PN 3610429, has been released for Model Year 2015-2026 Slingshot right angle...
- This Slingshot help center article contains instructions for inspecting and adjusting your lights for...
- This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding replacing the angle drive fluid on model...
- This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding spark plug inspection and replacement on...
- This Slingshot Help Center article provides information regarding fuse replacement for Model Year 2019 and...
What 2016 Polaris Slingshot owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2016 Polaris Slingshot. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 20 MPH, the power steering failed, and the vehicle drove onto a sidewalk without warning. The contact called the manufacturer and referred him to a local dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle remained at the dealer for a month. The contact was informed that the battery was replaced. The contact stated that upon return of the vehicle, the turn signals failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,200.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 polaris slingshot. While riding at various speeds, the rpms suddenly revved high and the vehicle accelerated on its own. The vehicle was taken to cycle sports center (4001 n. John young pkwy, orlando, fl) where the failure was confirmed, but the cause could not be determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 polaris slingshot. While the contact was attempting to exit the vehicle, the reservoir seat belt latch failed to release. The failure occurred without warning. A bystander assisted and cut the contact out of the seat belt with scissors. The contact sprayed the base of the seat belt with lubrication before driving. The vehicle was taken to loewer powersports & equipment (5909 coliseum blvd, alexandria, la 71303, (318) 487-9495) where it was diagnosed that the reservoir seat belt latch was previously replaced. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500. The VIN was unknown.
2 large rear metal angle reflectors attached with double sided tape 1 detached from body thankfully while sitting at a red light. Metal angles are not secured to frame adequately. Could cause danger to motorist behind vehicle.
During normal driving on the highway day/night, the polaris slingshot electrical system would fail and lost of all lighting visibility for myself and others driving behind me would randomly happen making me a safety hazard on the road. The rear wiring harness fuse box burns out randomly getting very hot and sparking while driving and burning out the plastic on the fuse box.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 polaris slingshot. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the throttle lost power. The vehicle was taken to dhy motorsports (1300 clements bridge rd, township, nj 08096, 856‑848‑8500) where it was diagnosed that a pin in the harness was not connecting to the throttle, which caused the throttle failure. The vehicle was repaired. A couple of days later, while driving approximately 65 MPH, the brakes failed and the vehicle struck a deer. The front end of the slingshot was smashed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The contact called the dealer back and was informed to call the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the failure would be investigated and possibly repaired, if the insurance company was not notified. The failure was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 5,900.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 polaris slingshot. While driving various speeds, the heat from the muffler and engine entered the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer in philadelphia, pa, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 polaris slingshot. When the vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance, the technician stated that the universal coupling was loose. The yoke needed replacement as metal flakes were in the gear box. The contact stated that the independent mechanic was able to tighten the brackets, but the bolts fractured. The contact stated that the york, universal coupling, and gear box were not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a polaris dealer as the local dealer was sold. The closet dealer was almost 300 miles away. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The contact was informed to take the vehicle to a polaris dealer for repairs because the manufacturer would not send parts to a non-authorized polaris dealer. The contact mentioned that the warranty would expire in february of 2018. The failure mileage was 10,407. *tt
Vehicle has an "esp" warning light on dash. Vehicle has been displaying this "esp" warning light at various times and under various conditions since april 25, 2017. "esp" warning light will sometimes reset and go out after a restart and at other times while driving. "esp" warning light will come on for no apparent reason. Normal 40 MPH driving on straight roads or backing out of the garage. It is unknown whether there is an issue with anything this "esp" warning light is controlled from. Local dealer has inspected the vehicle with the "esp" warning light on and could not find a reason for the light to activated. No repairs were effected that would prevent this "esp" warning light from returning.
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Questions about the 2016 Polaris Slingshot
Is the 2016 Polaris Slingshot reliable?
Owners have filed 25 complaints about the 2016 Polaris Slingshot, 6.3 times a typical Slingshot model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Polaris Slingshot?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 7 complaints. Next is brakes (6).
How many recalls does the 2016 Polaris Slingshot have?
8 recalls, covering electrical system, back over prevention and seats.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Polaris Slingshot transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 16V755000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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