Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- Component
- Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- Manufacturer
- Polaris Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 163
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-02-20
- Owners notified
- 2023-03-21
Defect description
Polaris Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Slingshot R, Slingshot S with Technology Package 1, Slingshot SL, Slingshot SLR, and Slingshot S motorcycles. The alternator may have been improperly heat-treated during manufacturing.
Safety risk
An improperly heat-treated alternator may crack and separate during operation, increasing the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the alternator, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 8, 2023. Owners may contact Polaris' customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-23-01.