The problem
On certain motorcycles, the camshaft chain drive sprocket located on the crankshaft may have cracked upon installation.
The risk
If cracks are present, the sprocket may fail during operation. Sprocket failure could cause the engine to lock up which could result in loss of operator control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will remove the lower right engine cover, inspect the sprocket for cracks, and replace the engine or the necessary components free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2005. Owners may contact victory at 763-417-8650.
Contacts
Polaris recall no. V-05-03. 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.
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 05V252000.
- 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.