2012 Victory Hardball problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2012 Victory Hardball.
Recalls
Equipment #12V457000 · 2012 · 6,618 units
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Hydraulic #17V647000 · 2017 · 26,182 units
Problem: Polaris industries, inc. (polaris) is recalling certain 2010-2017 victory cross country, cross country tour, cross roads, magnum, and hard ball motorcycles. if the engine misfires, continued riding may result in heat from the catalytic converter melting the rear brake line and nearby wiring.
Risk: A melted rear brake line can reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will re-route the brake line away from the exhaust catalyst, free of charge. the recall began on november 8, 2017. owners may contact polaris customer service at 1-877-737-7172. polaris' number for this recall is v-17-02.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
No owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year.
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FAQ
Does the 2012 Victory Hardball have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Victory Hardball. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2012 Victory Hardball problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.