2016 Polaris Slingshot service bulletins & manufacturer communications

41 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Polaris Slingshot. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• This Ask Polaris article provides information to systematically identify the root cause of excessive exhaust smoke by distinguishing between oil consumption, coolant intrusion, and…
  SLG-6.18.2026 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 19, 2026
• This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding battery maintenance on Model Year 2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-6.5.2026 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 6, 2026
• This Ask Polaris article provides information about how to perform a leakdown test on Polaris Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-6.1.2026 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jun 2, 2026
• A new input shaft seal, PN 3610429, has been released for Model Year 2015-2026 Slingshot right angle drives for improved leak resistance. Vehicles produced after 11/10/2025 have th…
  T-26-02-01 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 5, 2026
• This Slingshot help center article contains instructions for inspecting and adjusting your lights for model year 2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-11-20-25 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Nov 21, 2025
• This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding replacing the angle drive fluid on model year 2015-2019 Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-10.16.25 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 17, 2025
• This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding spark plug inspection and replacement on model year 2015-2019 Polaris Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-8.29.2025 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 29, 2025
• This Slingshot Help Center article provides information regarding fuse replacement for Model Year 2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-04-15-2025 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 14, 2025
• This Slingshot help center article provides information regarding adjustment and maintenance of the headlamps on Model Year 2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-11.20.2024 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Nov 20, 2024
• This article provides information regarding battery maintenance on MY2019 and older Slingshot vehicles.
  SLG-04.18.2023-2 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 18, 2023
• Slingshot has received a small number of post-repair contacts due to improperly installed rear axles, sprockets, and bearings. This Team Tip outlines the importance of all Loctite …
  T-22-08-01 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 16, 2022
• Best practices for gauges, speedometers and tachometers regarding Slingshot vehicles. This version has been translated into French.
  SLG-02.14.2022 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 14, 2022
• Slingshot Ride Command Cell Modem
  03SLG2021-12-07 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 7, 2021
• STOP SALE on affected Slingshot units identified in your inventory until further notice.
  TDH-HOLD 4.29.21 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 29, 2021
• Customers come in with a key that was left off or a low battery event that caused their calculated DTE to be a random number. The quickest way to address this is the following: 1. …
  02SLG2021-04-14 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 14, 2021
• Winterizing tips for the Slingshot.
  SLG Winterizing · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 13, 2019
• Due to a vendor change, the clutch master cylinder (PN 24249817) used on some 2015-2019 Slingshot S / SL / LE / SLR / GT models built on or before 01/18/2020 is no longer available…
  T-19-11-01 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 5, 2019
• Due to a vendor change, the clutch master cylinder (PN 24249817) used on the affected models listed above is no longer available and has been replaced with Kit 2208233.
  TDT-19-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Dec 5, 2019
• This Team Tip is designed to bring awareness to updated information regarding hood alignment for all 2015-2019 Slingshot models. Updated information has been added to the Service M…
  T-18-10-01 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Oct 11, 2018
• Slingshot vehicles utilize Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries which are selected for their superior vibration resistance, weight savings, and high output. This Team Tip is being r…
  T-18-05-01 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 10, 2018
• Polaris has identified a quality issue affecting some Slingshot brake pressure switches. An intermittent failure of the switch triggers a "Brake Failure" malfunction indicator lamp…
  TSA-18-02 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Apr 26, 2018
• Polaris has identified a quality issue affecting a small number of Slingshot mufflers, where insufficient penetration of muffler plug welds weakens the muffler wall, making it susc…
  TSA-18-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Feb 1, 2018
• Safety Bulletin T-16-06 has been updated to reflect an additional procedure. Polaris has determined that (PN 2207085-XXX) swingarm kits being shipped to dealers did not include two…
  T-17-05-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 19, 2017
• A new wheel alignment kit has been developed for the Polaris Slingshot. This special tool will allow your dealership to easily check and precisely adjust the alignment settings for…
  T-17-03-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 9, 2017
• Slingshot has had a small but concerning number of post bulletin repair contacts due to failure to properly assemble the rear axle, sprocket and nuts. Improper installation may res…
  T-17-01-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 23, 2017
• Polaris has determined that some Slingshot vehicles could have a steering shaft pinch bolt and set screw that do not meet Polaris quality standards. To improve the steering shaft f…
  T-16-04 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Nov 30, 2016
• Some Slingshot vehicles could experience extended brake pedal travel that may lead to a feeling of poor brake performance. To address this, Slingshot has developed a Secondary Brak…
  T-16-05 R02 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Oct 27, 2016
• Some Slingshot models may experience a brake pedal that travels further than expected when pressure is applied. This may cause a feeling of poor brake performance and lead to a los…
  T-16-05 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Oct 24, 2016
• A new pinion seal service procedure has been developed that will allow for service of the seal without removing the angle drive from the vehicle or fully disassembling it. The new …
  T-16-09-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 1, 2016
• A STOP RIDE MEANS THE CONSUMER MUST NOT OPERATE THEIR VEHICLE UNTIL THE REPAIR IS COMPLETE. We have been made aware that some dealers are incorrectly communicating the importance o…
  SAF-16-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 16, 2016
• Polaris has determined that the backup camera in some 2016 Slingshot vehicles does not meet Polaris quality standards. Affected backup cameras exhibit higher levels of electrical i…
  T-16-01 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 18, 2016
• We have identified your dealership as taking delivery of one or more Slingshot units that has a right turn signal that doesn't display the turn signal on the gauge.
  SLI TURN SIGNAL · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 23, 2016
• Polaris has developed a new engine airflow management system, designed to enhance rider comfort in the occupant area of the vehicle. The new design directs air from under the hood …
  T-16-03-01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 3, 2016
• There is no doubt that for a Polaris customer the process of picking up a brand new vehicle is one of the most exciting times in the ownership experience. To ensure that all Polari…
  G-15-12-01 R03 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 26, 2016
• PCDX is an online and mobile interface for providing a consistent dealer setup and customer delivery experience. The interface walks the dealer and the customer through a standardi…
  G-15-12-01 R02 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 15, 2016
• The Slingshot Division of Polaris Industries has developed a hood bumper replacement kit for all 2015 and 2016 Slingshot models. The original hood isolator brackets are composed of…
  T-16-01-01 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 14, 2016
• This Team Tip is being released to dealers to provide information regarding the required transition to online PCDX and PCDX training.
  G-15-12-01 R01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 10, 2015
• 579.5 Notices, Bulletins, customer satisfaction campaigns, consumer advisories, and other communications for the month of November 2015
  2.579_5 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 3, 2015
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  I-15-04 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 3, 2015
• The Slingshot Division of Polaris Industries has developed updated rear sprocket retaining nuts and Loctite® on 2016 Slingshot models manufactured after 11/02/2015. The single hex…
  SLI-15-11-01 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 19, 2015
• The Slingshot Division of Polaris Industries has developed an updated ECU calibration for 2016 Slingshot models that includes improvements to idle control.
  SLI-15-07-02 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 23, 2015