Swing arm may have decreased strength
Defect Summary
Polaris industries, inc. (polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 slingshot motorcycles manufactured march 4, 2014, to september 7, 2016. the affected vehicles may have been manufactured with a swing arm that has insufficient strength.
Safety Consequence
Due to the insufficient swing arm strength, the swing arm may fracture resulting in a loss of momentum or vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and repair or replace the swing arm, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began december 2016. owners may contact polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. polaris' number for this recall is t-16-06.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Polaris Industries Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 16V755000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V755000?
NHTSA recall 16V755000 was issued by Polaris Industries Inc. on October 19, 2016. It addresses: Swing arm may have decreased strength. The recall affects approximately 17,572 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Polaris Industries Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V755000 or the manufacturer campaign number T-16-06. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.