NHTSA Recall 00V181002: Suspension: front
AMERICAN EAGLE MOTORCYCLE CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 14 vehicles. It affects 1999 American Eagle Mirage.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V181002 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT |
| Report received | August 23, 2000 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with front fork assemblies built by amms (american suspension). The slider tube can loosen from the axle clamp or piston while the motorcycle is being operated.
Safety risk
This condition could result in loss of control of the motorcycle and injury to the rider.
Remedy
American suspension is conducting the owner notification for this campaign. Dealers will inspect the fork assembly for proper preload and make any adjustments required. The dealer will also remove each slider tube and detach the axle clamp and piston. After inspection and replacement of any parts exhibiting wear, the fork will be reassembled. 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 american suspension at 1-562-904-7724.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V181002
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| American Eagle Mirage | 1999 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.