Recall 99V-149: 1997, 1999 Harley-Davidson MT500

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jun 14, 1999, covering about 116 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-149
Report date
Jun 14, 1999
Vehicles affected
116
Owners notified
Sep 15, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir is not labeled in conformance with requirements of FMVSS no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems."

The fix

Dealers will label the brake fluid reservoir.

Notes

Owner notification began september 15, 1999. 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 harley-davidson at 1-414-342-4680.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerHARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V149000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Harley-Davidson MT5001997, 1999All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 99V-149?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The brake fluid reservoir is not labeled in conformance with requirements of FMVSS no. 122, "motorcycle brake systems."

How is recall 99V-149 fixed?

Dealers will label the brake fluid reservoir.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.