While driving and steering the motorcycle consumer noticed that the handle bars wandered from left to right on their own. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the handle bars cracked from the bottom, and needed to be replaced. But motorcycle was not on recall and the warranty expired. The consumer was responsible for repairs.
The worst 2002 American Ironhorse Classic problems
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Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles equipped with optional brake rotor-carriers,the rotor-carriers can crack while in service and possibly break.
- 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.
Recall number 03V521000 · Recall details
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Is the 2002 American Ironhorse Classic reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2002 American Ironhorse Classic, close to a typical Classic model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2002 American Ironhorse Classic?
Steering, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2002 American Ironhorse Classic have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
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