2003 Victory Vegas Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Vegas years
- Not enough data 3rd of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Victory Vegas. That ranks 3rd out of 12 Vegas model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 150 miles. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Victory 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 33% | 150 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 33% | 13,100 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Victory Vegas recalls (5)
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the vent tube joint located at the bottom right side of the fuel tank may fatigue and leak fuel.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. This recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact victory at 715-294-2518.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Problem: On certain motorcycles, material around the brazed vent tube joint located at the bottom right side of the fuel tank may fatigue and leak fuel.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tanks. Owner notification began on october 1, 2003. Owners should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: On certain motorcycles with california engine calibration, the fuel tank vent line could be plugged causing potential expulsion of fuel when the fuel cap is opened.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will test the vent lines on the vehicles involved. Fuel tanks with plugged vent lines will be replaced. Owner notification began july 25, 2003. Owners should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: On certain motorcycles with 49 state engine calibration, the fuel tank vent line could be plugged causing potential expulsion of fuel when the fuel cap is opened.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will test the vent lines on the vehicles involved. Fuel tanks with plugged vent lines will be replaced. Owner notification began july 25, 2003. 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.
2003 victory vegas when parked leaks fuel from the vent tube under the tank.
Engine pops through air box. Engine runs excessively rich fouling spark plugs. Dealer unable to fix. *tr
2003 victory vegas has a defective gas tank.*mr 'recall campaign', for defective gas tank to take it to local authorized victory dealer for repairs. Consumer called to have replace gas tank in january or february and told consumer that they have to order the tank. Then later stated they had no…
Other Victory Vegas years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Vegas | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 Vegas | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 Vegas | 1 | 2 |
| 2011 Vegas | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 Vegas | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 Vegas | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 Vegas | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 Vegas | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Vegas | 4 | 3 |
| 2005 Vegas | 4 | 3 |
| 2004 Vegas | 1 | 3 |
| 2003 | 3 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Victory Vegas?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Victory Vegas?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Victory Vegas a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Vegas model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.