NHTSA Recall 06V298000: Manual transmission (power train)
POLARIS INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,523 vehicles. It affects 1999–2001 Victory V92.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V298000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | V-06-07 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | August 7, 2006 |
| Owner notification | November 22, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain my 2001 victory v92 motorcycles, and 1999-2000 v92 motorcycles that received transmission replacement kits built in 2001 can experience a third gear failure in an abnormal overload condition such as when shifting at high RPM.
Safety risk
While shifting gears at high RPM, the third gear may fail. If pieces of the failed gear become lodged in the transmission, the transmission could lockup possibly resulting in loss of control and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a rear sprocket damper assembly free of charge. The recall began on november 22, 2006. Owners may contact polaris at 763-417-8650.
Notes
Polaris/victory recall no. V-06-07.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 06V298000
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.