2005 Victory Ness Kingpin
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2005 Victory Ness Kingpin. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 2005 Victory Ness Kingpin. Newest first.
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 and remedy
Risk
Incorrect hoses may leak fuel or crack. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
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.
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 and remedy
Risk
Restricted throttle movement could result in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
On certain motorcycles, the clamp that secures the high pressure fuel hose to the fuel rail may be loose.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loose clamp may allow fuel to leak from the fuel rail fitting, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will reposition and tighten the clamp. the recall began on november 1, 2004. owners should contact victory at 1-763-417-8650.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10026422Victory motorcycle service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. The welded joint on the shift lever shaft may fail, causing the shift pedal to become inoperable. Models: vegas,kingpin, kingpin deluxe & ness signature series kingpin. Csc letter was received.
- 10010450Loose fuel line hose clamp at fuel rail.