Safety Recall NHTSA · 98V272000 Reported October 29, 1998

Moto america/oil supply hoses

Moto America Inc. · Engine And Engine Cooling · 595 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
98V272000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
595
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 29, 1998

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: motorcycles. the hoses supplying oil from the engine to the oil radiator and back to the engine can separate at the fittings. a leak can develop and oil can get on the tires of the motorcycle.

Safety Consequence

Oil on the tires can cause loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install replacement oil radiator hoses of improved design and materials.

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 Moto America Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 98V272000 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 98V272000

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

What is recall 98V272000?

NHTSA recall 98V272000 was issued by Moto America Inc. on October 29, 1998. It addresses: Moto america/oil supply hoses. The recall affects approximately 595 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Moto America Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V272000 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.