Recalls for 2005 Victory Ness Kingpin

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 2005-07-20
Description
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
Incorrect hoses may leak fuel or crack.  Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action
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's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 2004-11-01
Description
On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose.  

Consequence
A loose clamp may allow fuel to leak from the fuel rail fitting, increasing the risk of a fire.  

Corrective Action
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's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #3 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Posted on: 2005-03-15
Description
On certain motorcycles, the throttle twist grip may not return to the fully closed position due to metal to metal contact or debris between the throttle twist grip and the handlebar.

Consequence
Restricted throttle movement could result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will disassemble the throttle mechanism, clean the twist grip assembly and handlebar, lubricate moving parts and reassemble.  Any worn or damaged parts will be replaced free of charge.  The recall began on april 1, 2005.  Owners may contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.

Notes
Polaris/victory recall no.  V-05-01.customers 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.