Safety Recall NHTSA · 98E007000 Reported March 16, 1998

Reynolds machine/luggage rack

Q: What is recall 98E007000?

NHTSA recall 98E007000 was issued by Reynolds Machine Tool Co, Inc. on March 16, 1998. It addresses: Reynolds machine/luggage rack. The recall affects approximately 175 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Reynolds Machine Tool Co, Inc. · N/A · 175 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

98E007000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Reynolds Machine Tool Co, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

175

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

March 16, 1998

Defect Summary

Equipment description: luggage racks for use on bmw motorcycles. when installing the luggage rack, the charcoal cannister is slightly moved. when the motorcycle's suspension is fully compressed, this cannister contacts the brake line fitting at the rear brake caliper, loosening the brake fitting. this causes a loss of brake fluid.

Safety Consequence

Brake fluid leakage can cause the loss of braking capability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Reynolds machine has gone out of business. the correction was to replace the mounting brackets for these luggage racks.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Reynolds Machine Tool Co, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 98E007000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 98E007000

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

What is recall 98E007000?

NHTSA recall 98E007000 was issued by Reynolds Machine Tool Co, Inc. on March 16, 1998. It addresses: Reynolds machine/luggage rack. The recall affects approximately 175 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Reynolds Machine Tool Co, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98E007000 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.