Recall 05V252000: 2005 Victory Hammer

Report received

May 31, 2005

Manufacturer

Polaris industries, inc.

Potentially affected

712vehicles

Model years

2005

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain motorcycles, the camshaft chain drive sprocket located on the crankshaft may have cracked upon installation.

Possible consequence

If cracks are present, the sprocket may fail during operation. Sprocket failure could cause the engine to lock up which could result in loss of operator control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will remove the lower right engine cover, inspect the sprocket for cracks, and replace the engine or the necessary components free of charge. The recall began on june 10, 2005. Owners may contact victory at 763-417-8650.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2005 Victory Hammer6 complaints