Polaris is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Victory motorcycles manufactured from January 3, 2012, through August 15, 2012. A torqueing procedure may have been missed on some throttle cable retention nuts. On certain motorcycles, the throttle cable...
2004-2012 · 9 model years
Victory Kingpin Problems by year
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the Victory Kingpin across 9 model years, and it has 8 recalls. The 2005 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (3). The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the transmission & drivetrain.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 8
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Kingpin complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Kingpin problems
Victory Kingpin recalls 8
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...
On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump retainer clip may not be installed correctly.
On certain motorcycles, the rear axle may crack or break at the retaining plate groove on the right side.
On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable.
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.
On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose.
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.
Latest Kingpin complaints
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 victory kingpin equipped with dunlop american elite (na) tires, size: 180/55b/18r (na). While driving 70 mph, the tread separated from the tires. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was confirmed that the tire tread separated. The tires were not replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The vin and dot number were unknown. The tire failure mileage was approximately 100. The vehicle failure mileage was 22,000.
On three separate occasions the clutch and clutch assembly of my 2007 victory kingpin has broken. The first incident in july 2009 the motorcycle was stationary the clutch assembly was replaced by the dealership under warrenty due to a broken adjuster. The second incident in may 2011 the motorcycle was in motion and the clutch cable broke where it connects at the handlebar. The motorcycle was then unable to be operated, had to be towed and clutch cable had to be replaced by the dealership at my cost. The third...
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occation occurred in april 2016 the motorcycle was in motion and the clutch cable broke at the opposite end where it attaches to the engine making the motorcycle inoperative, had to be towed and repaired at the dealership by me. Each occations when the clutch cable broke while in operation it became an emergency situation unable to change the gears and come to a safe stop while in traffic. All victory motorcycles have the same engine transmission combonations in 2007 so I would think all motorcycles have the same risk of breakage.
Electrical power to engine cuts out. Gauges drop to zero and headlight extinguishes. Turn signals continue to operate. Engine re-starts immediately and continues until a re-occurrence happens which become more frequent as this continues. Happens every ride. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 victory kingpin motorcycle. The contact stated while driving 70 mph the clutch cable failed and made it impossible for the contact to change gears. The contact was able to coast onto the emergency lane. The contact stated that a certified mechanic replaced the clutch cable several times; however, the failure was not corrected. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 21,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 victory kingpin. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 06v258000 (power train) and took the motorcycle to the dealer for the completion of recall repairs. The following day, shifter weld linkage failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the shifter weld linkage was replaced. The failure and the current mileage was 14,000. Updated 05/29/14 ma the consumer had a professional bike builder re-weld the linkage. Updated 08/05/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 victory kingpin motorcycle. The contact stated that while braking to a stop, the vehicle accelerated independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 300 and the current mileage was 7,000. Updated 02/26/13*lj updated 03/1/2013 *js
Questions about the Victory Kingpin
Which Victory Kingpin years have the most problems?
Which Victory Kingpin years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common Victory Kingpin problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (5), transmission & drivetrain (5), electrical system (2) most often.
How many recalls does the Victory Kingpin have?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls across all Victory Kingpin model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data