Victory Vegas recalls and problems
12 recalls and 18 owner complaints for 11 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
12
Complaints
18
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
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Victory Vegas by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Vegas | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Vegas | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Vegas | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Vegas | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Vegas | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Vegas | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Vegas | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Vegas | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 Vegas | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 Vegas | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 Vegas | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Victory Vegas problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 |
All Victory Vegas recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12V-457 | Sep 18, 2012 | 2012–2013 | Equipment | Polaris is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Victory motorcycles manufactured from January 3, 2012, through August 15, 2012. |
| 11V-346 | Jul 5, 2011 | 2003–2012 | Equipment | Polaris is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 victory kingpin motorcycles, model year 2006-2012 victory jackpot motorcycles, and 2003-2012 vegas motorcycles manufactured from january 1, 2004, through may 1, 2011… |
| 06V-279 | Jul 27, 2006 | 2006 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump retainer clip may not be installed correctly. |
| 06V-259 | Jul 17, 2006 | 2006 | Suspension | On certain motorcycles, the rear axle may crack or break at the retaining plate groove on the right side. |
| 06V-258 | Jul 17, 2006 | 2004 | Power Train | On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable. |
| 05V-326 | Jul 19, 2005 | 2005 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 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. |
| 04V-514 | Oct 26, 2004 | 2005 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose. |
| 04V-412 | Aug 24, 2004 | 2003 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, the vent tube joint located at the bottom right side of the fuel tank may fatigue and leak fuel. |
| 04V-187 | Apr 19, 2004 | 2004 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | On certain motorcycles, the hose that connects the rear brake fluid reservoir to the rear brake master cylinder may have become damaged during shipment and may leak brake fluid. |
| 03V-337 | Sep 12, 2003 | 2003 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles, material around the brazed vent tube joint located at the bottom right side of the fuel tank may fatigue and leak fuel. |
| 03V-228 | Jun 20, 2003 | 2003 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles with california engine calibration, the fuel tank vent line could be plugged causing potential expulsion of fuel when the fuel cap is opened. |
| 03V-229 | Jun 20, 2003 | 2003 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain motorcycles with 49 state engine calibration, the fuel tank vent line could be plugged causing potential expulsion of fuel when the fuel cap is opened. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Victory Vegas?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2006 Victory Vegas has the most reports (4). Check the 2006 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Victory Vegas have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls covering Victory Vegas model years 2003–2013.
What are the most common Victory Vegas problems?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling, power train problems most often.