2005 VICTORY KINGPIN Recalls (4)

Campaign:
04V514000 on 10/31/2004
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Affected:
488
Defect:
On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose.
Consequence:
A loose clamp may allow fuel to leak from the fuel rail fitting, increasing the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will reposition and tighten the clamp. the recall began on november 1, 2004. owners should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
Notes:
Polaris/victory recall no. v-04-03. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
05V326000 on 07/19/2005
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
09/03/2004 - 07/08/2005
Affected:
4,244
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
Incorrect hoses may leak fuel or crack. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the markings on the fuel hose to determine if replacement is required. if necessary, dealers will replace the fuel hose with a new one of the correct material. the recall began on august 1, 2005. owners may contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
Notes:
Victory recall no. v-05-04(a).customers mayalso 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.

Campaign:
06V258000 on 07/16/2006
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
Manufactured:
05/11/2005 - 02/28/2005
Affected:
3,902
Defect:
On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable.
Consequence:
If the weld fails, the operator cannot shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
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.

Campaign:
11V346000 on 07/04/2011
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
12/31/2003 - 04/30/2011
Affected:
1,688
Defect:
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, equipped with accessory seats, part numbers 2876641-01 seat, kingpin touring, double backrest and part number 2875961-01 seat, jackpot touring w/backrest. the backrest support can separate from the motorcycle while in use.
Consequence:
The passenger can be injured or fall from the motorcycle should this occur.
Correction:
Victory will notify owners and dealers will replace the affected seats free of charge. the safety recall began on september 15, 2011. owners may contact victory consumer service department by calling 1-888-704-5290.
Notes:
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2005 VICTORY KINGPIN TSBs (5)

Bulletin:
0403
Component:
073100 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Summary:
Loose fuel line hose clamp at fuel rail. *tt
Bulletin:
041102
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Suspension ride height adjustment procedure simplified. victory 2003-2005 vegas, kingpin, & hammer. *tt
Bulletin:
060502
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Turn signal wire color and polarity questions addressed. voice of victory. *tt
Bulletin:
060602
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Correction to wiring diagram fuel pump wire color. *tt
Bulletin:
V-06-04
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Victory motorcycle service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail, causing the shift pedal to become inoperable. models: vegas,kingpin, kingpin deluxe & ness signature seri

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