NHTSA Recall 06V279000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,784 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Victory Eightball.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V279000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | V-06-03 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | July 27, 2006 |
| Owner notification | August 3, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump retainer clip may not be installed correctly.
Safety risk
If the retainer clip fails, the fuel pump may not provide adequate fuel pressure, or the pump may fail entirely, which can cause poor performance or possible engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new fuel pump retainer clip free of charge. The recall began on august 3, 2006. Owners may contact polaris at 763-417-8650.
Notes
Polaris recall no. V-06-03.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V279000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Victory Eightball | 2006 |
| Victory Jackpot | 2006 |
| Victory Kingpin | 2006 |
| Victory Kingpin Deluxe | 2006 |
| Victory Vegas | 2006 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.