2012 Victory Cross Country recalls and problems
The 2012 Victory Cross Country has 2 safety recalls and 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Victory dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2012 Victory Cross Country vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2012 Victory Cross Country recalls
Recall 17V-647: Engine and Engine Cooling, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2010-2017 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Tour, Cross Roads, Magnum, and Hard Ball motorcycles. If the engine misfires, continued riding may result in heat from the catalytic converter melting the rear brake line and nearby wiring.
Risk: A melted rear brake line can reduce braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will re-route the brake line away from the exhaust catalyst, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Polaris customer service at 1-877-737-7172. Polaris' number for this recall is V-17-02.
Recall 12V-457: Equipment
Problem: Polaris is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Victory motorcycles manufactured from January 3, 2012, through August 15, 2012. A torqueing procedure may have been missed on some throttle cable retention nuts. On certain motorcycles, the throttle cable retention nuts for either the pull or push throttle cable may have not been torqued correctly.
Risk: If the torqueing is missed and the retention nuts are loose, the retention nuts closest to the throttle body can become dislodged and interfere with the throttle function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Victory will notify owners and dealers will correctly torque the fasteners free of charge. The safety recall began on October 4, 2012. Owners may contact Victory consumer service department by calling 1-888-704-5290.
2012 Victory Cross Country problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Engine | 4 | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 | |
| Equipment | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 5
- Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal — 1
- Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 20,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2012 Victory Cross Country complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Victory Cross Country have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Victory Cross Country: 17V-647 (engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic), 12V-457 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Victory Cross Country?
Owners report structure problems most often (6 reports), followed by exterior lighting (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 20,000 miles.
Are Victory recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Victory dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.