- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- The passenger can be injured or fall from the motorcycle should this occur.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Victory Kingpin Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2004 Victory Kingpin with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (4). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in July 2011 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2005 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Kingpin year, for its age
#284 most complained-about 2004 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Victory Kingpin problems
Share of all 4 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2004 Victory Kingpin recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable.
- The risk
- If the weld fails, the operator cannot shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- This could cause a loss of rear braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the rear brake reservoir hose and replace the hose if it is found to be damaged. Owner notification began on april 26, 2004. Owners should contact polaris/victory at 1-763-417-8650.
What owners say
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4 complaints about the 2004 Victory Kingpin
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I had a 5000 mile service completed on my motorcycle at the dealer. They informed me that the rear brake pads were worn out and replaced them. They provided the old pads when I picked up the bike and sure enough they were worn all the way to the metal. They had 4957 miles of use (since new). After becoming aware of this problem I have monitored the rear brake more closely. Without any use of the back brake the rear caliper and disc become hot after only a few miles of riding. The rear brake is maintaining constant...
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pressure on the disc even when the brake pedal is not applied. The pressure is causing excessive wear to the pads, heat to the disc, and common sense would say decreased performance of the rear brake. Added heat and friction creates brake fad and decreased performance. The dealer says the rear brakes are "functioning properly" and rear brakes on victory's just drag.*Jb
Rear brake failure on 2004 kingpin at 2600 miles. Brake pads are worn to metal backing plates, final "wear out" occurred over a period of days. Front brakes seem to be fine even though they are used for almost all braking on a motorcycle as per the recommendations of all motorcycle safety instructors. Have ridden motorcycles for 35 years and never gone through rear brakes in under a year and 2600 miles. This is a design defect reported by numerous people in different victory motorcycle clubs. *Jb
Uneven wear on rear brake rotor and excessive heating of rotor with no brake usage. *Jb
2004 Victory kingpin motorcycle, rear brakes after only 2,500 miles are down to the metal. Dealer says this is normal and victory (polaris) will not cover under this warranty. Does not has a fix to prevent these brimbo brakes from warring out so quickly. If an owner of one of these bikes is not aware of how fast these brakes ware out they could have a fatal accident. *Ak
Victory Kingpin: every year compared
All Kingpin years2004 Victory Kingpin vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Victory Kingpin | 4 | 3 | F | |
| 2004 Victory Vegas | 1 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2004 Victory Touring Cruiser | 1 | 0 | C | 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 2004 Victory Kingpin
Does the 2004 Victory Kingpin have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 Victory Kingpin: equipment (July 2011); floor shift (July 2006); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (April 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Victory Kingpin?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (4).
How many complaints has the 2004 Victory Kingpin had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 28, 2004 and the latest on October 27, 2005. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2004 Victory Kingpin a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 19 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Victory Kingpin 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 Kingpin years have the most complaints?
2004 (4), 2005 (3), 2007 (3). See every Victory Kingpin year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Victory Kingpin 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