Recall 11V346 affects 1,688 2003-2012 Victory Jackpot, Kingpin, and Vegas motorcycles. Accessory-seat backrests can separate. Repair is free at franchised Victory dealers.
Victory is recalling 1,688 2003-2012 Victory Vegas, Kingpin, and Jackpot motorcycles equipped with accessory touring seats because the backrest support can separate while the motorcycle is in use. If it separates, the passenger can be injured or fall from the motorcycle; the Victory dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The recalled part is the accessory touring seat with a backrest used on 2003-2012 Victory Jackpot, Kingpin, and Vegas motorcycles. That seat is supposed to stay locked to the motorcycle while the backrest supports the rider or passenger during normal riding. The backrest support is the structure that ties the upright cushion to the seat and keeps it from moving independently.
On the recalled accessory seats, the backrest support can separate from the motorcycle while it is in use. Once that support separates, the backrest no longer does its job as a fixed support point. The problem is with the accessory seat assembly, not the standard motorcycle frame or engine.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall does not name a specific sound, light, or handling change that comes before the backrest support separates.
Who's affected?
Spans the Jackpot, Kingpin, and Vegas across the 2003-2012 model years, all listed under the same Equipment category.
| 2010 Victory Jackpot | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2011 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| 2006 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| 2006 Victory Jackpot | Equipment |
| 2005 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| 2008 Victory Jackpot | Equipment |
| 2008 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| 2007 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| 2009 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2012 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2003 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2008 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2011 Victory Jackpot | Equipment |
| 2011 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2004 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2005 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2006 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2007 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2010 Victory Vegas | Equipment |
| 2007 Victory Jackpot | Equipment |
| 2009 Victory Jackpot | Equipment |
| 2004 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| 2009 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| 2010 Victory Kingpin | Equipment |
| Units affected | 1,688 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
The seat defect can injure the passenger or cause the passenger to fall from the motorcycle. If your VIN is included, avoid carrying a passenger until the seat is replaced. Repair will be free at any franchised Victory dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2003-2012 Victory Jackpot, Kingpin, or Vegas is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Victory dealer to schedule the free affected-seat replacement that fixes the separating passenger backrest support.
- Bring the recall notice if Victory mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V346 when you call.
- Avoid carrying a passenger until the seat repair is complete.
- Call Victory consumer service at 1-888-704-5290 with questions about the recall or dealer scheduling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Victory technician replaces the affected accessory seat, including the touring backrest seat assemblies named in the recall. The repair path is a seat replacement, not an adjustment to the backrest support. Because the current remedy status is not listed, confirm with the Victory service desk that the replacement is open for your VIN before you arrange the visit. Once the repair is available for your motorcycle, the replacement seat and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| July 5, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 15, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V346?
Recall 11V346 covers 1,688 2003-2012 Victory Jackpot, Kingpin, and Vegas motorcycles equipped with certain accessory touring seats. The backrest support can separate from the motorcycle while in use, and the passenger can be injured or fall. Victory dealers replace the affected seats for free.
What should I do if my 2003-2012 Victory Jackpot, Kingpin, or Vegas is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 11V346. If it is, contact a franchised Victory dealer or Victory consumer service at 1-888-704-5290 to arrange the affected seat replacement. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Victory's remedy says dealers replace the affected seats free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for motorcycles included in recall 11V346.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is to the passenger. On affected accessory seats, the backrest support can separate while the motorcycle is in use, and the passenger can be injured or fall from the motorcycle. If your VIN is included, arrange the free seat replacement before carrying a passenger on that seat.
What if I bought my Victory motorcycle used?
The free repair still applies. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to honor safety recalls regardless of ownership history. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Jackpot, Kingpin, or Vegas is included, then reference recall 11V346 when you contact the dealer or Victory consumer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V346000 |
|---|---|
| Victory customer service | 1-888-704-5290 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V346 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V346000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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