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Recall 14V-227: 2014 Victory Boardwalk, 2014 Victory Cross Country and 9 more

Polaris Industries, Inc. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on May 1, 2014, covering about 872 vehicles.

NHTSA number
14V-227
Report date
May 1, 2014
Vehicles affected
872
Owners notified
May 20, 2014

The problem

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2014 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Eight Ball, Hammer Eight Ball, High Ball, Jackpot, Judge, Ness Cross Country, Vegas Eight Ball, Vision, Boardwalk, and 2015 Victory Gunner motorcycles manufactured January 22, 2014, through April 25, 2014. The crankcase may have been machined incorrectly causing insufficient clearance between the crankshaft and crankcase, causing the engine to unexpectedly seize.

The risk

Engine seizure may cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the crankcase clearance, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2014. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the recall remdy has been performed.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPolaris Industries, Inc.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number14V227000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Victory Boardwalk2014All years
Victory Cross Country2014All years
Victory Cross Country Eight Ball2014All years
Victory Gunner2015All years
Victory Hammer Eight Ball2014All years
Victory High Ball2014All years
Victory Jackpot2014All years
Victory Judge2014All years
Victory Ness Cross Country2014All years
Victory Vegas Eight Ball2014All years
Victory Vision2014All 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 14V-227?

Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2014 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Eight Ball, Hammer Eight Ball, High Ball, Jackpot, Judge, Ness Cross Country, Vegas Eight Ball, Vision, Boardwalk, and 2015 Victory Gunner motorcycles manufactured January 22, 2014, through April 25, 2014. The crankcase may have been machined incorrectly causing insufficient clearance between the crankshaft and crankcase, causing the engine to unexpectedly seize.

How is recall 14V-227 fixed?

Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the crankcase clearance, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2014. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the recall remdy has been performed.

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.