NHTSA Recall 98V267000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V267000; Date: Oct. 23, 1998
If incorrect tire information is given, underrated tires could be placed on the motorcycle causing excessive tire wear or, in extreme cases, possible tire blowouts.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Harley-davidson Sportster
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Harley-davidson Motor Company
Affected Units:: 232
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The certification label incorrectly indicates the front tire size as 100/90-19 57h instead of the corret designation mh90-21 56h. Also the certification labels do not contain the correct model designation. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars. "
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with new certification labels and installation instructions. If an owner desires, their dealer can install the label for them.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began November 16, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 16, 1998
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