2000 Victory V92C recalls and problems

The 2000 Victory V92C has 5 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Victory dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2000 Victory V92C vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Victory V92C recalls

Recall 03V-336: Structure

Reported Sep 12, 2003 · 9,120 vehicles affected · POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the sidestand spring and/or the pin used to attach the spring to the frame may be damaged.

Risk: This could allow unintended deployment of the sidestand, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 02V-263: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Sep 25, 2002 · 9,120 vehicles affected · POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump can fail.

Risk: This could cause poor engine performance and possible engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Recall 01V-148: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported May 1, 2001 · 2,039 vehicles affected · POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. Threaded fasteners used to attach the brake rotors to the front and rear wheel assemblies could fail due to hydrogen embrittlement. The failure could occur under the head of the fastener if a crack develops, causing a loss of clamp load and possible separation of the head from the threaded body of the fasteners.

Risk: A fastener failure will reduce the strength of the bolt assembly and could affect the braking characteristics of the vehicle.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rotor bolts. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2001. 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 1-763-542-0500.

Recall 00V-426: Suspension

Reported Dec 26, 2000 · 1,205 vehicles affected · POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber could fail without warning.

Risk: This could affect rear suspension operation and operator control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.

Recall 00V-090: Structure

Reported Mar 24, 2000 · 357 vehicles affected · POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles may have been assembled with threaded fasteners from a defective material lot that may fail in assembly. These fasteners are used to attach four sub-assemblies onto the vehicle.

Risk: Fastener failure will reduce the clamp load strength of the assembly and possible joint failure.

Fix: Dealers will replace the m10x50 socket head screws with new parts.

2000 Victory V92C problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	3

Most reported parts

Power Train › Manual Transmission — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 16,000 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 2000 Victory V92C complaints

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

Power Train · at 16,000 miles · reported Oct 19, 2013

My bike now wont hold 3rd gear (Since last summer about 6/2013 )& 4th seems to be degrading rapidly. Victory has known about this problem with the older bikes for years & still have not addressed the issues properly leaving the customer with an outrageous repair bill on the transmission that still does not address the problem of not only failure in holding gears but actual wheel lock up, of which could be hazardous to ones heath & others. I found this information on national highway traffic safety administration auto safety recalls in case any one is interested. These issues are not on high…

Power Train · at 12,801 miles · reported Jul 30, 2009

The events leading up to the failure: according to an odi analysis, the transmissions on 1999 and 2000 victory v92 motorcycles are subject to very early (Well before the projected 30k mile engineered life cycle) failure. The failure, how often it occurs, its consequences: victory v92c motorcycle transmission locked, resulting in wheel lock at speed. Transmission failure based on same conditions detailed in odi's analysis. What was done to correct the failure; I.e, parts repaired or replaced (And if old part is available): transmission being replaced. Complaint is in nature of failure of…

Power Train · at 16,000 miles · reported Apr 6, 2009

The contact owns a 2000 victory v92c motorcycle. Ever since september of 2008, the vehicle would shift into second gear automatically. As a result, the contact would lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed and the contact feels that the repair should be free since there is a recall for the identical failure he was experiencing. He would like the manufacturer to cover the repair cost. The vehicle has been parked since the failure. The VIN and NHTSA campaign id number were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 16,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Victory V92C have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Victory V92C: 03V-336 (structure), 02V-263 (fuel system, gasoline), 01V-148 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-426 (suspension), 00V-090 (structure). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Victory V92C?

Owners report power train problems most often (3 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 16,000 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.