2005 Victory Ness Vegas Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Ness Vegas years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2005 Victory Ness Vegas. That is the most of any Ness Vegas model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (1 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Victory Ness Vegas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2005 Victory Ness Vegas recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
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.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the throttle twist grip may not return to the fully closed position due to metal to metal contact or debris between the throttle twist grip and the handlebar.
Risk: Restricted throttle movement could result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will disassemble the throttle mechanism, clean the twist grip assembly and handlebar, lubricate moving parts and reassemble. Any worn or damaged parts will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on april 1, 2005. Owners may 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 ness vegas motorcycle. The contact was approaching a stop light when the throttle became stuck and caused the vehicle to accelerate erroneously. The contact stated that the failure caused the front tire to crash into the rear tire of another vehicle. The contact…
Other Victory Ness Vegas years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 2 |
| 2004 Ness Vegas | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Victory Ness Vegas?
Owners most often report vehicle speed control problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Victory Ness Vegas?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Victory Ness Vegas a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ness Vegas model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.