- 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
2007 Victory Kingpin Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2007 Victory Kingpin with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (2) and the electrical system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2011 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2006 has 1 and the 2008 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Kingpin year, for its age
#321 most complained-about 2007 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2007 Victory Kingpin problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2007 Victory Kingpin recalls 1
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
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 2007 Victory Kingpin
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
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
Came out of garage and pulled the clutch to engage 1st and the cable broke at the handle area. I have checked on multiple victory motorcycle forums and too many riders have had their cables break on them. This could be a safety issue if it were to happen on the highway during rush hour. *Tr
Victory Kingpin: every year compared
All Kingpin years2007 Victory Kingpin vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Victory Kingpin | 3 | 1 | C | |
| 2007 Victory Vegas | 1 | 1 | 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 2007 Victory Kingpin
Does the 2007 Victory Kingpin have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Victory Kingpin: equipment (July 2011). 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 2007 Victory Kingpin?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (2), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2007 Victory Kingpin had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 15, 2012 and the latest on June 13, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2007 Victory Kingpin a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 2007 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