- The problem
- 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 retention nuts for either the pull or push throttle cable may have not been torqued correctly.
- The risk
- If the torqueing is missed and the retention nuts are loose, the retention nuts closest to the throttle body can become dislodged and interfere with the throttle function, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Victory will notify owners and dealers will correctly torque the fasteners free of charge. The safety recall began on October 4, 2012. Owners may contact Victory consumer service department by calling 1-888-704-5290.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Victory Vision Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2012 Victory Vision with NHTSA, most often about the steering (3) and the body, doors & structure (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2012 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2011 has 12 and the 2013 has 9.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Vision year, for its age
#259 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Victory Vision problems
Share of all 4 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2012 Victory Vision 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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4 complaints about the 2012 Victory Vision
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 victory vision tour. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, an abnormal noise emitted from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated the fender had detached, the bolt fell out and the plastic on the mud flaps fractured. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer has not been notified of the problem. The failure mileage was 42,000.
The rear half of the victory vision fender is plastic. The mounting points on my fender cracked. This is a very dangerous situation as the fender blows up into the fairing preventing the rider from steering or controlling the motorcycle. This has happened to a number of vision riders already and victory is aware this hazard exists. Luckily no one has been killed. Thankfully the cracks in my fender were discovered during scheduled maintenance. My dealer, jpm performance powersports has the defective fender and...
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has a new fender on order. Had I been on the road and the fender came apart it could have placed my life, the life of my passenger or any innocent bystanders in grave danger and could result in serious injury or death. Please make victory fix this very dangerous defect. *Tr
Bolt holes attaching rear section of front fender cracked. *Js
I'm not exactly sure when the fender broke but I found it giving the bike a full once over just before a 2500 mile road trip. It appears that there are only two bolts that hold the back half of the fender secure to the forks. They crack out the cheap composite plastic that the fender is constructed of. The material is totally inferior and brittle and seems to be an issue with breaking and can potentially cause the steering to lockup and cause an accident or worse... A death. *Tr
Victory Vision: every year compared
All Vision years2012 Victory Vision vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Victory Vision | 4 | 1 | B | |
| 2012 Victory Cross Country | 19 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Victory Cross Roads | 4 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Victory High-Ball | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2012 Victory Ness Vision | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Victory Vegas | 1 | 2 | D | 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 2012 Victory Vision
Does the 2012 Victory Vision have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Victory Vision: equipment (September 2012). 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 2012 Victory Vision?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (3), body, doors & structure (2), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Victory Vision had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 11, 2013 and the latest on September 3, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Victory Vision a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 63 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Victory Vision 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 Vision years have the most complaints?
2008 (30), 2011 (12), 2009 (10). See every Victory Vision year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Victory Vision 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