Investigation SQ99024: 1999 Excelsior-Henderson HCX-Super X

Status

OPEN

Opened

Oct 27, 1999

Closed

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Model years

1999

Subject

Fuel pump campaign

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

Warranty campaign 99-01 was issued on august 2, 1999.the bulletinaddresses a fuel line that could disconnect from the fuel pump regulator body.this would result in the loss of fuel pressure and consequently stall the motorcylce.this investigation is open to evaluate the scope of the problem and to determine the safety consequence.excelsior-henderson has agreed to conduct a safety recall campaign to nitify owners of the affected motorcycles to return to the dealer and have their motorcycles repaired.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.