2013 Victory High-Ball problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2013 Victory High-Ball.
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.
Fuel System, Gasoline #15V002000 · 2015 · 2,342 units
Problem: Polaris industries, inc. (polaris) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 victory cross country, cross roads, hammer eight ball, high ball, jackpot, vegas eight ball, 2014 victory cross country eight ball, cross roads eight ball, ness cross country, 2015 victory gunner, and 2013 victory hardball motorcycles. the fuel pump in the affected motorcycles may have been incorrectly crimped during manufacturing, which may result in the fuel pump seizing.
Risk: If the fuel pump seizes, the motorcycle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Victory will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. the recall began on january 14, 2015. owners may contact victory consumer service at 1-877-737-7172. polaris' number for this recall is v-15-01 a/b.
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 2013 Victory High-Ball have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Victory High-Ball. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2013 Victory High-Ball problems?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.