Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
AMERICAN IRONHORSE
Model Of Vehicle
TEXAS CHOPPER
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
05V199000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Shock Absorber
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Ironhorse Motorcycle Company
Start Of Manufacture
20050117
End Of Manufacture
20050408
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
199
Date Owners Notified
20050518
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
American Ironhorse Motorcycle Company
Date Report Received
20050505