12 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Posted on: 2002-09-26
Description
On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump can fail.
Consequence
This could cause poor engine performance and possible engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pumps. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
Posted on: 1999-11-08
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. Paint on the wheel and sprocket-mating surfaces could produce insufficient clamp load on the sprocket. Rear sprocket bolts could become loose causing excessive wear and fretting at the wheel and sprocket mating surfaces allowing the sprocket bolt to fail.
Consequence
This condition could result in loss of vehicle control.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the rear wheel and sprocket hub, remove all paint from the contact surfaces of the wheel hub and sprocket, and install new sprocket bolts. The wheel and sprocket will be replaced if bolts were loose and damage has occurred.
Notes
Polaris/victory recall no. V-99-13.owner notification began january 3, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact victory at 1-715-294-3370.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1999-02-25
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel hose can fail resulting in a fuel leak near the rear cylinder of the motorcycle and under the rider seat.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace these fuel hoses.
Notes
Owner notification began february 25, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-612-417-8650.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #4 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1999-08-04
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. Threaded fasteners that hold the throttle body valve in assembly can become loose, allowing the valve disc to shift out of position and affect the engine rpm level.
Consequence
A throttle body valve disc that has shifted out of position can cause severe injury or death, property damage, or damage to the motorcycle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the throttle body valve disc threaded fasteners and apply a thread locking agent.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during august 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-612-542-0500.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #5 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Posted on: 1998-09-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel filter was incorrectly manufactured and could leak.
Consequence
In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel filter.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin september 15, 1998.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-612-542-0500.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Posted on: 1998-09-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The tail light bulbs can burn out prematurely due to the tail light bulb vibrating in the light socket.
Consequence
This condition could cause a visibility problem for the driver and oncoming vehicles.
Corrective Action
Dealers will firm up the fitment of the taillight bulb and the electrical socket to prevent the bulb from vibrating.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin september 15, 1998.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-612-542-0500.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #7 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Posted on: 1998-09-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel level sending unit was incorrectly manufactured and could leak.
Consequence
In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin september 15, 1998.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-612-542-0500.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #8 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Posted on: 1998-12-02
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. Certain fuel pump/filter hoses and the fuel tank return hose can fail, resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel lines between the fuel filter and the fuel pump as well as the fuel return line.
Notes
Owner notification began december 3, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory motorcycle at 1-612-417-8650.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Posted on: 1999-04-29
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. Chassis wiring harness can come into contact with the rear shock absorber, causing damage to the harness.
Consequence
Loss of rear turn signal and brake/tail light functions could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will re-route the tail light wiring harness and add one tie strap.
Notes
Owner notification began april 22, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-715-294-3370.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #10 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1998-09-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel hose clamps do not properly seal the hose to the plastic coupler, nor the fuel pump, allowing fuel leakage.
Consequence
In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel hose clamps.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin september 15, 1998.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-612-542-0500.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #11 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Posted on: 1998-10-15
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel sending unit gasket can swell providing inadequate sealing. If proper sealing is not provided, fuel can leak from the fuel tank.
Consequence
If an ignition source was present, a fire could occur resulting in personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel sending unit gasket on these motorcycles.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin october 15, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact polaris/victory at 1-612-417-8650.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #12 - STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
Posted on: 2003-09-16
Description
On certain motorcycles, the sidestand spring and/or the pin used to attach the spring to the frame may be damaged.
Consequence
This could allow unintended deployment of the sidestand, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the sidestand spring and frame rail bracket. An interim notice to owners was mailed on november 11, 2003. The recall began on august 18, 2004. Owners should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
Notes
Victory recall no. V-03-05.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).