There may be insufficient clearance between the fuel line and the hood structure
By James Limbach ![]()
of ConsumerAffairs
November 2, 2016
of ConsumerAffairs
Polaris Industries is recalling 17,795 model year 2015-2017 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured March 4, 2014, to October 7, 2016.
The affected vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the fuel line and the hood structure, which could allow the fuel line to rub against the hood until it leaks fuel. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
What to do
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will replace the replace the engine fuel line, and inspect the retention clips to reduce the risk of interference, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016.
Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-855-863-2284. Polaris' number for this recall is T-16-03.