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Victory Hammer recalls

There are 3 safety recalls on record for the Victory Hammer, covering 11,574 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

Victory Hammer recalls by model year

2013 12012 12005 2

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EquipmentReported September 18, 2012 · 6,618 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Polaris is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Victory motorcycles manufactured from January 3, 2012, through August 15, 2012. A torqueing procedure may have been missed on some throttle cable retention nuts. On certain motorcycles, the throttle cable retention nuts for either the pull or push throttle cable may have not been torqued correctly.
Risk
If the torqueing is missed and the retention nuts are loose, the retention nuts closest to the throttle body can become dislodged and interfere with the throttle function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Victory will notify owners and dealers will correctly torque the fasteners free of charge. The safety recall began on October 4, 2012. Owners may contact Victory consumer service department by calling 1‑888‑704‑5290.

Recall number 12V457000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported July 19, 2005 · 4,244 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, some of the fuel supply hose leading from the fuel tank to the fuel rail may be incorrect for use in a pressurized fuel system application.
Risk
Incorrect hoses may leak fuel or crack. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the markings on the fuel hose to determine if replacement is required. If necessary, dealers will replace the fuel hose with a new one of the correct material. The recall began on august 1, 2005. Owners may contact victory at 1‑763‑417‑8650.

Recall number 05V326000 · Recall details

Power trainReported May 31, 2005 · 712 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the camshaft chain drive sprocket located on the crankshaft may have cracked upon installation.
Risk
If cracks are present, the sprocket may fail during operation. Sprocket failure could cause the engine to lock up which could result in loss of operator control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the lower right engine cover, inspect the sprocket for cracks, and replace the engine or the necessary components free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2005. Owners may contact victory at 763‑417‑8650.

Recall number 05V252000 · Recall details

Questions about the Victory Hammer recalls

How do I check if my Victory Hammer has an open recall?

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the Victory Hammer have?

3, covering equipment, fuel system, gasoline and power train.

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