2014 Victory Vegas Eight Ball problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Victory Vegas Eight Ball.
Recalls
Engine And Engine Cooling #14V227000 · 2014 · 872 units
Problem: Polaris industries, inc. (polaris) is recalling certain model year 2014 victory cross country, cross country eight ball, hammer eight ball, high ball, jackpot, judge, ness cross country, vegas eight ball, vision, boardwalk, and 2015 victory gunner motorcycles manufactured january 22, 2014, through april 25, 2014. the crankcase may have been machined incorrectly causing insufficient clearance between the crankshaft and crankcase, causing the engine to unexpectedly seize.
Risk: Engine seizure may cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the crankcase clearance, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on may 20, 2014. owners may contact polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. note: owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the recall remdy has been performed.
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
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Victory Vegas Eight Ball have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Victory Vegas Eight Ball. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2014 Victory Vegas Eight Ball problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is fuel/propulsion system.