2015 Victory Gunner recalls and problems

The 2015 Victory Gunner has 3 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Victory dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2015 Victory Gunner vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Victory Gunner recalls

Recall 15V-002: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jan 7, 2015 · 2,342 vehicles affected · Polaris Industries, Inc.

Problem: Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Victory Cross Country, Cross Roads, Hammer Eight Ball, High Ball, Jackpot, Vegas Eight Ball, 2014 Victory Cross Country Eight Ball, Cross Roads Eight Ball, Ness Cross Country, 2015 Victory Gunner, and 2013 Victory Hardball motorcycles. The fuel pump in the affected motorcycles may have been incorrectly crimped during manufacturing, which may result in the fuel pump seizing.

Risk: If the fuel pump seizes, the motorcycle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Victory will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2015. Owners may contact Victory consumer service at 1-877-737-7172. Polaris' number for this recall is V-15-01 A/B.

Recall 14V-596: Power Train

Reported Sep 26, 2014 · 122 vehicles affected · Polaris Industries, Inc.

Problem: Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain model year 2015 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Eightball, Cross Country Tour, Gunner, Hammer Eightball, High-Ball, Magnum, Vision Tour ABS and Vegas Eightball motorcycles manufactured August 11, 2014, to September 2, 2014. The affected motorcycles may have been manufactured with the transmission shift drum detent roller spring incorrectly installed.

Risk: If the roller spring is incorrectly installed, the transmission may not shift as intended, potentially causing the operator to lose control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Polaris has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the transmission, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2014. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. Polaris' number for this recall is V-14-03 A/B.

Recall 14V-227: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported May 1, 2014 · 872 vehicles affected · Polaris Industries, Inc.

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.

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

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.

2015 Victory Gunner problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine1
Power Train1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 302 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2015 Victory Gunner complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 302 miles · reported Jun 26, 2015
The issues are a "leaking primary gasket" and "engine ticking" at start up, engine knock is severe at idle with clutch in or out, but worse out. Knock stops under load but returned under decoration or idle. Dealer, (Spirit motorcycle) refused to do anything. The dealer said leaking gaskets and ticking engines were normal and would fix itself over time. According to the manufacture (Polaris / victory), leaking gaskets are normal and oil on the foot controls are not a safety problem.

Other Victory Gunner years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Victory Gunner have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Victory Gunner: 15V-002 (fuel system, gasoline), 14V-596 (power train), 14V-227 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Victory Gunner?

Owners report engine problems most often (1 reports), followed by power train (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 302 miles.

Are Victory recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Victory dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.