Check a vehicle VIN check Latest recalls Latest complaints Common problems Rankings Compare vehicles Recall roundups All makes Guides Share your experience
Theme

Safety recall · 93V021000

Suspension: rear Boss Hoss recall

BOSS HOSS CYCLE reported this recall to NHTSA on February 9, 1993. It covers about 80 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Campaign
93V021000
Reported
Feb 9, 1993
Vehicles
80
Area
Suspension

The problem

The rear axle can fracture because of metal fatigue.

The risk

The fracturing of the axle can cause structural damageand could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

The fix

Install a newly designed and manufactured rear axle of improved materials.

Contacts

System: rear axle.Vehicle description: heavy motorcycles and motorcycle kits.

What to do

  1. 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.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Boss Hoss dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 93V021000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1991 Boss Hoss Motorcycle01B
1992 Boss Hoss Motorcycle11C

Questions

Is the 93V021000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. BOSS HOSS CYCLE's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 93V021000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 93V021000 announced?

BOSS HOSS CYCLE reported it to NHTSA on February 9, 1993. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

Owners helping owners

Know before you drive.

Every experience you share - good or bad - shows on that vehicle's page and helps the next owner and buyer. Two minutes, anonymous.

Share your experience