1999 Victory V92
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 48 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
81% of complaints: power train — 39 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE DRIVING THE MOTORCYCLE, IT HAD BECOME HARD TO SHIFT FROM ANY GEAR TO NEUTRAL. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PH THE MOTORCYCLE SLIPPED OUT OF THIRD GEAR OR JUMPED TO NEUTRAL AND MISSED GEARS. SCC
NHTSA ODI report, 20021209
4% of complaints: power train — 2 distinct reports on file.
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WHILE UNDER ACCELERATION SHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR ENTERING A HIGHWAY FROM AN ON RAMP, THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO DISENGAGE CAUSING THE ENGINE TO REV UP TO A HIGH RPM MOMENTARILY THEN SUDDENLY RE-ENGAGE WITHOUT WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160323
I WAS ENTERING A FREEWAY ON RAMP ACCELERATING WHEN I HAD TROUBLE SHIFTING FROM 3RD GEAR TO 4TH. INSTEAD OF SHIFTING INTO 4TH IT WENT INTO A NEUTRAL STATE AND NOTHING IN THE GEAR BOX FELT LIKE IT WAS ENGAGING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150509
2% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 1 distinct report on file.
2% of complaints: suspension — 1 distinct report on file.
2% of complaints: power train — 1 distinct report on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
FUEL PUMP/STALLING
FUEL PUMP-RELATED MOTORCYCLE STALLING
SUDDEN, UNFORESEEN TRANSMISSION LOCKU
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 S
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.
Campaign 06V298000 — check if this car was fixed
TRANSMISSION LOCK-UP
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Victory V92 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V298000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 Victory V92 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 1999 Victory V92?
The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 81% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Victory V92 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.