2005 Victory Kingpin Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Kingpin years
- Not enough data 2nd of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Victory Kingpin. That ranks 2nd out of 9 Kingpin model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 14,000 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Victory Kingpin problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 67% | 14,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 33% | 500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Victory Kingpin recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
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.
Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose.
Risk: A loose clamp may allow fuel to leak from the fuel rail fitting, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will reposition and tighten the clamp. The recall began on november 1, 2004. Owners should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 victory kingpin. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 06v258000 (power train) and took the motorcycle to the dealer for the completion of recall repairs. The following day, shifter weld linkage failed. The manufacturer was notified of the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 polaris victory kingpin motorcycle. While driving 2-20 mph, the contact heard a rubbing sound coming from the front and rear brakes. The front end of the vehicle began to vibrate. The contact stated that within 3,000 miles, the front brake pads became worn and he felt…
Refusal by dealer to correct safety recall on polaris, victory, kingpin motorcycle. Victory safety recall notice 06v-258. Warning and safety recall bulletin v-06-04. Reason: a weld on the shift lever shaft on some 2004 & 2005 victory models may not meet victory quality standards and may fail during…
Other Victory Kingpin years
← 2004 Kingpin · 2006 Kingpin →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Kingpin | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 Kingpin | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 Kingpin | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 Kingpin | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 Kingpin | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 Kingpin | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 Kingpin | 1 | 3 |
| 2005 | 3 | 4 |
| 2004 Kingpin | 4 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Victory Kingpin?
Owners most often report power train, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Victory Kingpin?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Victory Kingpin a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Kingpin model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.