2011 Victory Cross Country
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 11 total reports mention: structure.
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WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, MY RIGHT SIDE SADDLE BAG BECAME SEPARATED FROM MY MOTORCYCLE. THERE ARE TWO QUICK RELEASE PINS THAT CAME OFF CAUSING THE SADDLE BAG TO FALL OFF.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120626
I WAS DRIVING MY NEW MOTORCYCLE ON THE FREEWAY WHEN I WAS PULLED OVER BY A FAMILY WHO INFORMED ME THAT MY FACTORY INSTALLED SADDLEBAG ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF MY MOTORCYCLE HAD FALLEN OFF THE BIKE AROUND 5 MILES BACK ON THE FREEWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110711
2 of 11 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages.
2 of 11 total reports mention: equipment.
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VICTORY CROSS COUNTRY MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE TWO PINS THAT HOLD THE SADDLE BAG WERE LOOSE CAUSING THE SADDLE BAG TO FALL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110526
1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure.
SAFETY TIMELINE
POLARIS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 VICTORY CROSS COUNTRY MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, THROUGH APRIL 11, 2011. THE HANDLEBAR CLAMPS AND/OR RISERS MAY HAVE BEEN MACHINED INCORRECT
Remedy: POLARIS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL TEST AND REPLACE DEFECTIVE RISER/CLAMP ASSEMBLIES, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VICTORY CONSUMER SERVICE
Campaign 11V305000 — check if this car was fixed
Polaris Industries, Inc. (Polaris) is recalling certain 2010-2017 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Tour, Cross Roads, Magnum, and Hard Ball motorcycles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 17V647000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2011 Victory Cross Country — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for equipment issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V305000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V647000 (engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2011 Victory Cross Country reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Victory Cross Country?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Victory Cross Country have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.