2004 Victory Vegas problems & recalls

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the hose that connects the rear brake fluid reservoir to the rear brake master cylinder may have become damaged during shipment and may leak brake fluid.

Risk: This could cause a loss of rear braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear brake reservoir hose and replace the hose if it is found to be damaged. owner notification began on april 26, 2004. owners should contact polaris/victory at 1-763-417-8650.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail causing the shift lever to become inoperable.

Risk: If the weld fails, the operator cannot shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the shift lever shaft free of charge. the recall began on august 3, 2006. owners may contact victory at 763-417-8650.

Problem: Polaris is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 victory kingpin motorcycles, model year 2006-2012 victory jackpot motorcycles, and 2003-2012 vegas motorcycles manufactured from january 1, 2004, through may 1, 2011, equipped with accessory seats, part numbers 2876641-01 seat, kingpin touring, double backrest and part number 2875961-01 seat, jackpot touring w/backrest. the backrest support can separate from the motorcycle while in use.

Risk: The passenger can be injured or fall from the motorcycle should this occur.

Fix: Victory will notify owners and dealers will replace the affected seats free of charge. the safety recall began on september 15, 2011. owners may contact victory consumer service department by calling 1-888-704-5290.