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NHTSA Recall 18V321000: Pedals and linkages (service brakes)

Polaris Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,342 vehicles. It affects 2017–2018 Polaris Slingshot.

4,342
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (June 5)
NHTSA campaign18V321000
Manufacturer campaignT-18-02
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Report receivedMay 16, 2018
Owner notificationJune 5, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, Slingshot SL Icon, and Slingshot GT LE motorcycles. The brake pedals may have been incorrectly installed, allowing the brake pedal to separate from the brake master cylinder.

Safety risk

If the brake pedal separates from the brake master cylinder, it would cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engagement of the brake pedal retaining clip and reassemble it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 5, 2018. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-02.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V321000

Make and modelModel years
Polaris Slingshot2017, 2018

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.