Insufficient crankcase clearance/engine seizure
Defect Summary
Polaris industries, inc. (polaris) is recalling certain model year 2014 victory cross country, cross country eight ball, hammer eight ball, high ball, jackpot, judge, ness cross country, vegas eight ball, vision, boardwalk, and 2015 victory gunner motorcycles manufactured january 22, 2014, through april 25, 2014. The crankcase may have been machined incorrectly causing insufficient clearance between the crankshaft and crankcase, causing the engine to unexpectedly seize.
Safety Consequence
Engine seizure may cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Polaris will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the crankcase clearance, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on may 20, 2014. owners may contact polaris customer service at 1-888-704-5290. note: owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the recall remdy has been performed.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Polaris Industries Inc. or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 14V227000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V227000?
NHTSA recall 14V227000 was issued by Polaris Industries Inc. on May 1, 2014. It addresses: Insufficient crankcase clearance/engine seizure. The recall affects approximately 872 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Polaris Industries Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V227000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.