The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·23V466000·Announced 2023-07-03

Polaris Slingshot Rearview Camera May Freeze, Affecting Visibility

Polaris is recalling certain Slingshot models because the rearview camera image may freeze or display a blank screen after shifting into reverse. This defect reduces rear visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recall targets a safety-critical system (rear visibility) with a confirmed functional defect. No deaths, serious injuries, or actual crashes have been reported. Per the rubric, when the hazard is theoretical and no injuries are reported, the maximum score is High (3).

Plain-English summary

Polaris Industries Inc. is recalling certain Slingshot models from model years 2020-2023, including the Slingshot GT, Slingshot S, Slingshot S Tech, Slingshot R, Slingshot SL, and Slingshot SLR. The recall applies to vehicles equipped with Ride Command Software. A total of 22,218 vehicles are potentially affected.

After shifting out of reverse, the rearview camera image may freeze and display a blank screen if the vehicle is shifted back into reverse. This defect violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111 regarding rear visibility requirements.

The loss of the rearview camera image while in reverse reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners will receive notification letters expected to be mailed July 28, 2023. Dealers will update the Ride Command software at no cost. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284, or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153). More information is available at www.nhtsa.gov.

The recalled product

Product
POLARIS SLINGSHOT S, SLINGSHOT R, SLINGSHOT S TECH, SLINGSHOT SL
Brand
POLARIS
Manufacturer
Polaris Industries Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Visibility System
Hazard
Affected units
22,218

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (7)

  • SLINGSHOT S
  • SLINGSHOT R
  • SLINGSHOT S TECH
  • SLINGSHOT SL
  • SLINGSHOT GT
  • SLINGSHOT SLR
  • SLINGSHOT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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