Victory Hammer problems & recalls

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.

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.

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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: Incorrect hoses may leak fuel or crack. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the markings on the fuel hose to determine if replacement is required. if necessary, dealers will replace the fuel hose with a new one of the correct material. the recall began on august 1, 2005. owners may contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the camshaft chain drive sprocket located on the crankshaft may have cracked upon installation.

Risk: If cracks are present, the sprocket may fail during operation. sprocket failure could cause the engine to lock up which could result in loss of operator control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will remove the lower right engine cover, inspect the sprocket for cracks, and replace the engine or the necessary components free of charge. the recall began on june 10, 2005. owners may contact victory at 763-417-8650.