NHTSA Recall 03V521000: Rotor (service brakes)
AMERICAN IRONHORSE MOTORCYCLE COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,395 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the American Ironhorse Classic.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V521000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › ROTOR |
| Report received | December 11, 2003 |
| Owner notification | January 26, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles equipped with optional brake rotor-carriers,the rotor-carriers can crack while in service and possibly break.
Safety risk
This can cause a partial loss of the brake system or the potential for rotor-carrier detachment, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rotor-carrier assembly. Owner notification began january 26, 2004. Owners should contact american ironhorse at 1-817-665-2045.
Notes
Customers can 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 03V521000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| American Ironhorse Classic | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Legend | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Outlaw | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Ranger | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Slammer | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Stalker | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Tejas | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Texas Chopper | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| American Ironhorse Thunder | 2002, 2003, 2004 |
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.