Tl* the contact owns a 2006 victory kingpin equipped with dunlop american elite (na) tires, size: 180/55b/18r (na). While driving 70 MPH, the tread separated from the tires. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was confirmed that the tire tread separated. The tires were not replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The VIN and dot number were unknown. The tire failure mileage was approximately 100. The vehicle failure mileage was 22,000.
The worst 2006 Victory Kingpin problems
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- Tires1
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Recalls 3
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
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump retainer clip may not be installed correctly.
- Risk
- If the retainer clip fails, the fuel pump may not provide adequate fuel pressure, or the pump may fail entirely, which can cause poor performance or possible engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a new fuel pump retainer clip free of charge. The recall began on august 3, 2006. Owners may contact polaris at 763‑417‑8650.
Recall number 06V279000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the rear axle may crack or break at the retaining plate groove on the right side.
- Risk
- Axle failure during operation could cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear axle free of charge. The recall began on august 3, 2006. Owners may contact victory at 763‑417‑8650.
Recall number 06V259000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Victory Kingpin 9
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: fuel pump retainer clip failure
- Victory motorcycle: the rear axle failure caused by a material problem on models 2006 kingpin, vegas eight...
- Missing carb emissions certification label - executive order D-268
- Correction to wiring diagram fuel pump wire color
- Turn signal wire color and polarity questions addressed
- Pullback handlebars require a longer front brake line on some 2006 models
- The instructions for accessory tachometer kit 2875006 have been revised to include the connection of the...
- Oil capacity reduced to 5 quarts on most 2006 models
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Is the 2006 Victory Kingpin reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2006 Victory Kingpin, fewer than a typical Kingpin model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Victory Kingpin?
Tires, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2006 Victory Kingpin have?
3 recalls, covering equipment, fuel system, gasoline and suspension.
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