Polaris Slingshot 3-wheel Motorcycle: 1. Brakes May Fail. 2. Risk Of Fire. 3. Loss Of Control
Summary Polaris is recalling 14 Slingshot 3-wheel motorcycles sold in the United Kingdom due to three manufacturing defects: the brake pressure switch may be over-tightened, causing brake fluid loss and reduced braking; the fuel pipe may be positioned too close to the hood, potentially causing leaks and fire risk; and the suspension swinging arm may not meet specifications, which could affect steering control. Owners should have their vehicles inspected and any defective parts replaced.
- Recalling firm
- POLARIS
- Product
- Vehicles: POLARIS SLINGSHOT 3-WHEEL MOTORCYCLE. Units affected: 14
- Reason
- 1. It is possible during production the brake pressure switch (brake light switch) may have been over torqued. This could result in a loss of brake fluid and subsequent reduction in braking performance which could cause a collision. 2. It is possible during production the fuel pipe may have been placed to close too the hood which resulted in insufficient clearance between the two. This could result in the abrasion of the fuel pipe which could leak. If this happens in the presence of an ignition source there will be a risk of fire. 3. It has been identified that the suspension swinging arm...
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-11-07
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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