Polaris Industries Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V185000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V185000 by Polaris Industries Inc.. Affecting 2018-2019 slingshot motorcycles Includes 3,311 affected units, Seat Belt or Seat Back may Detach; Seat may Slide, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018-2019 slingshot motorcycles

Defect Summary

Polaris industries, inc. (polaris) is recalling certain 2018-2019 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.

Corrective Action

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 april 11, 2019. owners may contact polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. polaris' number for this recall is t-18-01. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 18v-195.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V185000

Manufacturer: Polaris Industries Inc.

Report Received Date: 2019-03-07T00:00:00

Subject: Seat belt or seat back may detach; seat may slide

Component: Seat Belts

Potentially Affected Units: 3,311

Details

MFR Campaign Number: T-18-01

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Polaris industries, inc. (polaris) is recalling certain 2018-2019 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.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: 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 april 11, 2019. owners may contact polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. polaris' number for this recall is t-18-01. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 18v-195.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 76.34

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NHTSA ID: 19V185000

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Created At: 1742808662

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