Recall 06V-258: 2004–2005 Victory Kingpin, 2004 Victory Vegas

POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Jul 17, 2006, covering about 3,902 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-258
Report date
Jul 17, 2006
Vehicles affected
3,902
Owners notified
Aug 3, 2006

The problem

On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable.

The risk

If the weld fails, the operator cannot shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Notes

Victory recall no. V-06-04.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.

Recall details

ManufacturerPOLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC.
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever and Linkage › Floor Shift
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V258000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Victory Kingpin2004, 2005All years
Victory Vegas2004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-258?

On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable.

How is recall 06V-258 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.