Recall 99V-299: 1999 Excelsior-Henderson Super X
EXCELSIOR-HENDERSON recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Oct 28, 1999, covering about 857 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel hose disconnects between fuel pump regulator and fuel tank outlet nozzle. The fuel pump and hose are located inside the fuel tank assembly.
The risk
This condition could cause the engine to stop without warning affecting the handling of the motorcycle.
The fix
Excelsior-henderson has gone out of business. The correction was to install a plastic safety tie to secure the fuel hose.
Notes
Owner notification began october 29, 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 excelsior-henderson at 1-612-873-7000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | EXCELSIOR-HENDERSON |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V299000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Excelsior-Henderson Super X | 1999 | All 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-299?
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel hose disconnects between fuel pump regulator and fuel tank outlet nozzle. The fuel pump and hose are located inside the fuel tank assembly.
How is recall 99V-299 fixed?
Excelsior-henderson has gone out of business. The correction was to install a plastic safety tie to secure the fuel hose.
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.