Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V052000 Reported March 12, 1999

Textron/fmvss 122/brakes

Textron · N/A · 2,309 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V052000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,309
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 12, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: 3-wheeled on-road vehicles. these vehicles do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems."

Safety Consequence

The stopping distance on these vehicles may be increased.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a wheel cylinder and brake pedal extender kit on these vehicles.

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 Textron dealer and reference recall ID 99V052000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
View Official NHTSA Notice →
Related

Similar Recalls

Other recalls from Textron or involving N/A.

FAQ: Recall 99V052000

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

What is recall 99V052000?

NHTSA recall 99V052000 was issued by Textron on March 12, 1999. It addresses: Textron/fmvss 122/brakes. The recall affects approximately 2,309 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Textron dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V052000 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.