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2003 Victory Vegas problems

The most common problem on the 2003 Victory Vegas is fuel and propulsion system. It has 3.0 times the complaints of a typical Vegas model year.

Typical year3.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
3
Recalls
5
Service bulletins
7
Worst area
Fuel system

The worst 2003 Victory Vegas problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Fuel system
    2
  • Engine
    1

Problems by type

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  • Fuel system
    2
  • Engine
    1

Recalls 5

EquipmentReported July 5, 2011 · 1,688 vehicles affected
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: storageReported August 24, 2004 · 1,635 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the vent tube joint located at the bottom right side of the fuel tank may fatigue and leak fuel.
Risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. This recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact victory at 715‑294‑2518.

Recall number 04V412000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storageReported September 12, 2003 · 106 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, material around the brazed vent tube joint located at the bottom right side of the fuel tank may fatigue and leak fuel.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tanks. Owner notification began on october 1, 2003. Owners should contact victory at 1‑763‑417‑8650.

Recall number 03V337000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported June 20, 2003 · 122 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles with california engine calibration, the fuel tank vent line could be plugged causing potential expulsion of fuel when the fuel cap is opened.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vent lines on the vehicles involved. Fuel tanks with plugged vent lines will be replaced. Owner notification began july 25, 2003. Owners should contact victory at 1‑763‑417‑8650.

Recall number 03V228000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported June 20, 2003 · 1,070 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles with 49 state engine calibration, the fuel tank vent line could be plugged causing potential expulsion of fuel when the fuel cap is opened.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vent lines on the vehicles involved. Fuel tanks with plugged vent lines will be replaced. Owner notification began july 25, 2003. Owners should contact victory at 1‑763‑417‑8650.

Recall number 03V229000 · Recall details

See all 5 recalls for the 2003 Victory Vegas

Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Victory Vegas 7

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

What 2003 Victory Vegas owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 22, 2015 · Fuel system · 13,100 miles · OK

2003 victory vegas when parked leaks fuel from the vent tube under the tank.

Filed Oct 10, 2007 · Engine · 150 miles · MA

Engine pops through air box. Engine runs excessively rich fouling spark plugs. Dealer unable to fix.

Filed Apr 14, 2005 · Fuel system · WA

2003 victory vegas has a defective gas tank.*mr 'recall campaign', for defective gas tank to take it to local authorized victory dealer for repairs. Consumer called to have replace gas tank in january or february and told consumer that they have to order the tank. Then later stated they had no record of my calling and they would not replace the tank. As a result of this complaint consumer would like to have some type of clarification from victory motorcycle division. *bf

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Questions about the 2003 Victory Vegas

Is the 2003 Victory Vegas reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2003 Victory Vegas, 3.0 times a typical Vegas model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Victory Vegas?

Fuel and propulsion system, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).

How many recalls does the 2003 Victory Vegas have?

5 recalls, covering equipment and fuel system, gasoline.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Victory Vegas fuel system?

Yes, 4 recalls: 04V412000, 03V337000, 03V228000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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