The problem
On certain motorcycles, the sidestand spring and/or the pin used to attach the spring to the frame may be damaged.
The risk
This could allow unintended deployment of the sidestand, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Contacts
Victory recall no. V-03-05. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Victory dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 03V336000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.