C clips in transmission popped out of place causing damage to transmission. This is a very well known design flaw and could lead to the transmission locking up causing a crash. It is a very expensive repair. I ended up replacing the entire engine with a lower mileage used engine, but this is likely only a temporary repair.
The worst 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission2
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Recalls 1
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2010-2017 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Tour, Cross Roads, Magnum, and Hard Ball motorcycles. If the engine misfires, continued riding may result in heat from the catalytic converter melting the rear brake line and nearby wiring.
- Risk
- A melted rear brake line can reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will re-route the brake line away from the exhaust catalyst, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1‑877‑737‑7172. Polaris' number for this recall is V-17-02.
Recall number 17V647000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When shifting into higher gears, transmission shifts back to neutral or in neutral, makes a rattling noise. gears appear to be damaged. This can cause a rider to be forced into lower gears and thrown or lose control of the motorcycle. this a know defect of workmanship in the design and install of powertrain. leading victory technicians, mechanics and dealers have admitted this except Polaris.
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Questions about the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour
Is the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour, close to a typical Cross Country Tour model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour have?
1 recall, covering engine and engine cooling.
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