Tl* the contact owns a 2005 victory kingpin. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v258000 (power train) and took the motorcycle to the dealer for the completion of recall repairs. The following day, shifter weld linkage failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the shifter weld linkage was replaced. The failure and the current mileage was 14,000. Updated 05/29/14 ma the consumer had a professional bike builder re-weld the linkage. Updated 08/05/14
The worst 2005 Victory Kingpin problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission2
- Brakes1
Problems by type
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- Transmission2
- Brakes1
Recalls 4
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Polaris is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 victory kingpin motorcycles, model year 2006-2012 victory jackpot motorcycles, and 2003-2012 vegas motorcycles manufactured from january 1, 2004, through may 1, 2011, equipped with accessory seats, part numbers 2876641-01 seat, kingpin touring, double backrest and part number 2875961-01 seat, jackpot touring w/backrest. The backrest support can separate from the motorcycle while in use.
- Risk
- The passenger can be injured or fall from the motorcycle should this occur.
- Remedy
- Victory will notify owners and dealers will replace the affected seats free of charge. The safety recall began on september 15, 2011. Owners may contact victory consumer service department by calling 1‑888‑704‑5290.
Recall number 11V346000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable.
- Risk
- If the weld fails, the operator cannot shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the shift lever shaft free of charge. The recall began on august 3, 2006. Owners may contact victory at 763‑417‑8650.
Recall number 06V258000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- 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
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose.
- Risk
- A loose clamp may allow fuel to leak from the fuel rail fitting, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reposition and tighten the clamp. The recall began on november 1, 2004. Owners should contact victory at 1‑763‑417‑8650.
Recall number 04V514000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Victory Kingpin 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- A stop ride means the consumer must not operate their vehicle until the repair is complete.
- Victory motorcycle service campaign: the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail, causing the shift...
- Correction to wiring diagram fuel pump wire color. tt
- Turn signal wire color and polarity questions addressed. voice of victory. tt
- Suspension ride height adjustment procedure simplified. victory 2003-2005 vegas, kingpin, & hammer. tt
- Loose fuel line hose clamp at fuel rail. tt
What 2005 Victory Kingpin owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 polaris victory kingpin motorcycle. While driving 2-20 MPH, the contact heard a rubbing sound coming from the front and rear brakes. The front end of the vehicle began to vibrate. The contact stated that within 3,000 miles, the front brake pads became worn and he felt that the rotors caused the failure. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The powertrain was unknown. The failure mileage was 500 and current mileage was 4,000. Updated 12/12/07 * bf updated 12/12/07
Refusal by dealer to correct safety recall on polaris, victory, kingpin motorcycle. Victory safety recall notice 06v‑258. Warning and safety recall bulletin v-06-04. Reason: a weld on the shift lever shaft on some 2004 & 2005 victory models may not meet victory quality standards and may fail during operation. If the weld fails the operator cannot shift gears increasing the risk of a crash. Polaris industries does not answer e-mail or letters. Prescott valley motorcycles does not answer e-mails.
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Questions about the 2005 Victory Kingpin
Is the 2005 Victory Kingpin reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2005 Victory Kingpin, close to a typical Kingpin model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Victory Kingpin?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2005 Victory Kingpin have?
4 recalls, covering equipment, power train and fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Victory Kingpin transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V258000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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