Victory Vegas 2005
Model Vegas made in 2005 by Victory got 9 consumer complains there are 3 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, parking brake and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and fuel system, gasoline. There were some recalls concerningequipment, fuel system, gasoline.
Model 2005
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V346000 | POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. | from 01/01/2004 to 05/01/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 1688 | 09/15/2011 | MFR | VICTORY MOTORCYCLE DIVISION | 07/05/2011 | 07/05/2011 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The passenger can be injured or fall from the motorcycle should this occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V326000 | POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. | from 09/04/2004 to 07/09/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 4244 | 08/01/2005 | MFR | POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. | 07/19/2005 | 07/20/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Incorrect hoses may leak fuel or crack. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Victory recall no. v-05-04(a).customers mayalso contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| 04V514000 | POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. | V (Vehicle) | 488 | 11/01/2004 | MFR | POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. | 10/26/2004 | 11/01/2004 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A loose clamp may allow fuel to leak from the fuel rail fitting, increasing the risk of a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will reposition and tighten the clamp. the recall began on november 1, 2004. owners should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Polaris/victory recall no. v-04-03. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| 060602 | 06/01/2006 | 10020167 | Correction to wiring diagram fuel pump wire color. *tt | 08/01/2006 | |
| 060502 | 05/01/2006 | 10020039 | Turn signal wire color and polarity questions addressed. voice of victory. *tt | 07/05/2006 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| V-06-04 | 07/28/2006 | 10026422 | Victory motorcycle: the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail, causing the shift pedal to become inoperable. models: vegas,kingpin, kingpin deluxe & ness signature series kingpin. csc letter was received. *pe | 10/27/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL | |||||
| 0403 | 10/20/2004 | 10010450 | Loose fuel line hose clamp at fuel rail. *tt | 11/23/2004 | |
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| 041102 | 11/01/2004 | 10015814 | Suspension ride height adjustment procedure simplified. victory 2003-2005 vegas, kingpin, & hammer. *tt | 08/12/2005 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 07/01/2006 | 100 | 15 | 06/10/2006 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2005 mv augusta f4 1000. while driving at any speed the vehicle shut off without warning when decelerating. the dealer stated that the engine was receiving too much fuel. the dealer adjusted the air fuel mixture however, that did not solve the problem. the problem has occurred approximately fifteen times. the failure mileage was 100 and the current mileage was 3,200. | |||
| PARKING BRAKE | |||
| 06/19/2010 | 14500 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2005 victory vegas motorcycle. while pulling into a gas station at 10mph the clutch cable broke and he could not change gears. as soon as the clutch cable snapped he had to use the brakes to stall out the motorcycle that was the only way he could have stop. the motorcycle had to be towed to the dealer where they replaced the clutch cable at his expense. he stated he experienced this failure before and had to pay for the repairs. the manufacturer was contacted and stated there is nothing they can do in regards to the failure since there is no recalls or warranty on this part. the failure and current mileage was 14,500....mw | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 05/23/2007 | 3352 | 1 | 09/27/2005 |
| About 1 month before the crash, the rear brake pads were completely worn out at 3,000 miles. i believe this was due to the brake line routing right next to the exhaust pipe, causing the brake fluid to heat and apply the brake. the dealers solution was to install new heavy-duty pads to improve wear. on may 23, 2007 the rear brake suddenly and completely locked up, throwing me from the motorcycle. i was not applying the brake at all when this occurred. as a result of the crash i suffered a broken clavicle, fractured scapula, four broken ribs, a bruised lung and severe abrasions over much of my body. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 05/23/2007 | 3352 | 1 | 09/27/2005 |
| About 1 month before the crash, the rear brake pads were completely worn out at 3,000 miles. i believe this was due to the brake line routing right next to the exhaust pipe, causing the brake fluid to heat and apply the brake. the dealers solution was to install new heavy-duty pads to improve wear. on may 23, 2007 the rear brake suddenly and completely locked up, throwing me from the motorcycle. i was not applying the brake at all when this occurred. as a result of the crash i suffered a broken clavicle, fractured scapula, four broken ribs, a bruised lung and severe abrasions over much of my body. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 05/23/2007 | 3352 | 1 | 09/27/2005 |
| About 1 month before the crash, the rear brake pads were completely worn out at 3,000 miles. i believe this was due to the brake line routing right next to the exhaust pipe, causing the brake fluid to heat and apply the brake. the dealers solution was to install new heavy-duty pads to improve wear. on may 23, 2007 the rear brake suddenly and completely locked up, throwing me from the motorcycle. i was not applying the brake at all when this occurred. as a result of the crash i suffered a broken clavicle, fractured scapula, four broken ribs, a bruised lung and severe abrasions over much of my body. *tr | |||
| TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | |||
| 03/26/2011 | 5000 | ||
| While preparing to stop i pulled in the clutch lever and the clutch cable severed at the clutch lever. i let the bike stall out and got it off the road. with 10,000 original miles on the bike, this was the 2nd. time i have experienced this same failure of the clutch cable at the same location (lever). the first time was with less than 5,000 miles. both times now the dealer has told me the only thing they can do is replace the cable. i have talked with 3 different victory dealers in my area and each one of them is aware of the problem, all of them told me that victory/polaris would not do anything about it... they were all kind enough to offer an up-sale to an hydrallic clutch system there by eliminating the problems with the cable. i was told by one authorized dealers mechanic that he has replaced more than 50 clutch cables on victory's, many of them twice! i have also been told that periodic lubrication of the cable at the point of contact with the clutch lever would help with the the longivity of the cable. i will say that my maintenance records are up to date and complete. and after losing the first cable, i made sure that this area was always clean and well lubricated only to find out through conversations with several mechanics that the clutch lever itself could be the suspect. why and when will victory/polaris take care of this obvious problem. i have experienced this failure twice now with no incident other than to my wallet. i feel as if my luck is running out! | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NY | CLIFTON PARK | 12065 | MENNETO POWERSPORTS INC | 518-371-2087 |