Recall 05V199000: 2005 American Ironhorse Texas Chopper and 2 other models

Report received

May 5, 2005

Manufacturer

American ironhorse motorcycle…

Potentially affected

199vehicles

Model years

2005

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain motorcycles equipped with shock absorbers manufactured by progressive suspension, inc. The shock absorbers have a spring plate assembly that was installed upside down resulting in the shock absorber failing to hold the weight of the motorcycle and in some instances could suddenly decompress while the motorcycle is in operation.

Possible consequence

Shock absorber failure will cause the motorcycle to lean greatly to the side of the defective shock absorber increasing the risk of a crash, serious injuries or death.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect all shock absorbers and replace all defective shock absorbers free of charge. The recall began on may 18, 2005. Owners may contact american ironhorse at 1-888-618-4766.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2005 American Ironhorse Legend1 complaints
• 2005 American Ironhorse Slammer2 complaints
• 2005 American Ironhorse Texas Chopper5 complaints