2021 Polaris Slingshot
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 2 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 7th highest complaint count among 9 Slingshot model years with reports.
Of the 2021 reports, 1 involved a crash. 1 person was injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Wheels, lugs/nuts/bolts/studsAug 10, 2021
Polaris, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Slingshot vehicles. The rear wheel studs may not have been fully pressed into the axle, possibly causing them to come loose.
Loose rear wheel studs could result in wheel detachment, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect and as necessary, replace the rear axle/stud assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Polaris' number for this recall is T-21-01.
Campaign 21V629000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: fuel/propulsion system
1 report, newest first. Show all
Seat belts, Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 19, 2022
Seat belts drivers and passengers do not adjust, lock where you cannot pull out to buckle the belt,locks while pulling out. Also doesnt lock snug against body when buckled. Throttle bucks violently when lettling clutch out gentlly causing a stall condition when pulling into traffic.