Polaris hawkeye 2006 the lower rear a frame mount tore away from the frame allowing the rear wheel to toe out and the machine to swerve sideways. I have ordered the new reinforced subframe but neither the dealer or polaris is willing to help with the cost. Considering the number of articles about this same problem on line, I'm surprised that polaris hasn't done a recall. *Tr
Vehicle safety record
2006 Victory Hammer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2006 Victory Hammer with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the suspension (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash and 1 injury. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2005 has 6.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Hammer year, for its age
#353 most complained-about 2006 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2006 Victory Hammer problems
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No recalls for the 2006 Victory Hammer
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2006 Victory Hammer. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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2 complaints about the 2006 Victory Hammer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 40 mph, the rear wheel locked up in third gear. The vehicle skidded to a stop. The dealership sent a technician to retrieve the vehicle. The wheel released after 5-10 minutes, the vehicle was in a tunnel and the contact tried to move it. The rear wheel locked up again. The dealership was unable to duplicate the problem. The contact picked up the vehicle and the rear wheel locked up while driving home. The technician retrieved the vehicle again. Upon driving the...
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vehicle the rear wheel locked up. The technician lost control and the vehicle skid down the road, causing minor injuries to the technician. There was a police report taken at the scene. The vehicle was a total loss.
Victory Hammer: every year compared
All Hammer years2006 Victory Hammer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Victory Hammer | 2 | 0 | D | |
| 2006 Victory Vegas | 4 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2006 Victory Cnss | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2006 Victory Vegas Eight Ball | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2006 Victory Kingpin | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2006 Victory Touring Cruiser | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2006 Victory Jackpot | 1 | 2 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2006 Victory Hammer
Does the 2006 Victory Hammer have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2006 Victory Hammer right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Victory Hammer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), suspension (1), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2006 Victory Hammer had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 13, 2006 and the latest on October 9, 2009. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2006 Victory Hammer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Victory Hammer year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Victory Hammer years have the most complaints?
2005 (6), 2006 (2), 2008 (1). See every Victory Hammer year compared.
What should I do if my 2006 Victory Hammer has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data