The problem
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The backlash split gear in the primary drive train could fail, causing damage to the clutch and adjacent components.
The risk
If a failure occurs, metal debris could be scattered throughout the primary drive train, causing a loss of power to the rear wheel.
The fix
Dealers will replace the backlash split gear. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact victory at 1-763-542-0500.
Contacts
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Victory dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 01V147000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.