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Polaris Slingshot Recall 18V809: Backup camera can fail and cause a fire or lost tail light

NHTSA campaign 18V809, reported November 15, 2018, 11,371 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The backup camera on these three-wheeled vehicles can fail internally. The failure can melt the voltage regulator and blow the fuse for that circuit, which stops the taillight from working properly. The vehicles also no longer meet federal lighting safety requirements.

The melted voltage regulator raises the risk of a fire, and a non-working taillight raises the risk of a crash because other drivers may not see the vehicle. Owners should contact Polaris at 1-855-863-2284 about the recall. Polaris will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect and replace the backup camera if needed, at no cost to the owner.

You can also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls. Until the repair is done, pay attention to whether your taillight is working.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V809Polaris Industries, Inc.
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Problem
Polaris Industries (Polaris) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Polaris Slingshot, Slingshot SL and Slingshot SL LE motorcycles equipped with a backup camera. The back-up camera may fail internally, possibly melting the voltage regulator and blowing the fuse for that circuit, thereby preventing the taillight from functioning properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.
Risk
The melted voltage regulator can increase the risk of a fire. The loss of a tail light can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the back-up camera, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 2, 2019. Owners may contact Polaris at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-18-04.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Polaris Slingshot20152016