Victory Hammer Eight Ball recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 7, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Polaris Industries Inc. recalls 2013–2015 Victory — 11 models

Recall number

15V002000

Brand / firm

Victory

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,342 units

Why it was recalled

If the fuel pump seizes, the motorcycle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.