Victory Vegas recalls
There are 12 safety recalls on record for the Victory Vegas, covering 27,800 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Victory Vegas recalls by model year
2013 12012 22011 12010 12009 12008 12007 12006 32005 32004 32003 5
All recalls
Equipment
- 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
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
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
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- 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
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, the hose that connects the rear brake fluid reservoir to the rear brake master cylinder may have become damaged during shipment and may leak brake fluid.
- Risk
- This could cause a loss of rear braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear brake reservoir hose and replace the hose if it is found to be damaged. Owner notification began on april 26, 2004. Owners should contact polaris/victory at 1‑763‑417‑8650.
Recall number 04V187000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- 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 assembly
- 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
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- 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
Questions about the Victory Vegas recalls
How do I check if my Victory Vegas has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
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 Vegas have?
12, covering equipment, fuel system, gasoline and suspension.
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