Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V252000 Reported May 31, 2005

Cracked camshaft chain drive sprocket

Q: What is recall 05V252000?

NHTSA recall 05V252000 was issued by Polaris Industries, Inc. on May 31, 2005. It addresses: Cracked camshaft chain drive sprocket. The recall affects approximately 712 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Polaris Industries, Inc. · N/A · 712 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

05V252000

Manufacturer Campaign

V-05-03

Manufacturer

Polaris Industries, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

712

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 31, 2005

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the camshaft chain drive sprocket located on the crankshaft may have cracked upon installation.

Safety Consequence

If cracks are present, the sprocket may fail during operation. sprocket failure could cause the engine to lock up which could result in loss of operator control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will remove the lower right engine cover, inspect the sprocket for cracks, and replace the engine or the necessary components free of charge. the recall began on june 10, 2005. owners may contact victory at 763-417-8650.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Polaris Industries, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 05V252000 or campaign V-05-03.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 05V252000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V252000?

NHTSA recall 05V252000 was issued by Polaris Industries, Inc. on May 31, 2005. It addresses: Cracked camshaft chain drive sprocket. The recall affects approximately 712 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Polaris Industries, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V252000 or the manufacturer campaign number V-05-03. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.