Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V521000 Reported December 11, 2003

American ironhorse/brake rotor-carrier

American Ironhorse Motorcycle Company · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 2,395 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V521000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
2,395
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 11, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles equipped with optional brake rotor-carriers,the rotor-carriers can crack while in service and possibly break.

Safety Consequence

This can cause a partial loss of the brake system or the potential for rotor-carrier detachment, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the rotor-carrier assembly. owner notification began january 26, 2004. owners should contact american ironhorse at 1-817-665-2045.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized American Ironhorse Motorcycle Company dealer and reference recall ID 03V521000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V521000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V521000?

NHTSA recall 03V521000 was issued by American Ironhorse Motorcycle Company on December 11, 2003. It addresses: American ironhorse/brake rotor-carrier. The recall affects approximately 2,395 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized American Ironhorse Motorcycle Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V521000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.