2004 American Ironhorse Slammer recalls and problems

The 2004 American Ironhorse Slammer has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any American Ironhorse dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 American Ironhorse Slammer vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 American Ironhorse Slammer recalls

Recall 04V-395: Electrical System

Reported Aug 10, 2004 · 2,170 vehicles affected · AMERICAN IRONHORSE MOTORCYCLE COMPANY

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the battery (Ytx24hl) could fail during operation.

Risk: The battery failure causes the motorcycle engine to stop suddenly, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace these batteries. The recall began september 1, 2004. Owners should contact american ironhorse at 1-817-665-2074.

Recall 03V-521: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Dec 11, 2003 · 2,395 vehicles affected · AMERICAN IRONHORSE MOTORCYCLE COMPANY

Problem: On certain motorcycles equipped with optional brake rotor-carriers,the rotor-carriers can crack while in service and possibly break.

Risk: This can cause a partial loss of the brake system or the potential for rotor-carrier detachment, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rotor-carrier assembly. Owner notification began january 26, 2004. Owners should contact american ironhorse at 1-817-665-2045.

2004 American Ironhorse Slammer problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 669 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 American Ironhorse Slammer complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 669 miles · reported Jun 14, 2005
On at least 4 occasions, while riding my motorcycle, the engine simply shut down without warning. This happened at vaious speeds and driving conditions. The last failure nearly resulted in my death, when I lost power on the highway directly in front of a semi tractor trailer. As soon as I reported the failure, the american ironhorse warranty division had the bike transported to an authorized service center, who was unable to isolate the problem. When the failure happened again, the warranty division sent a truck to pick up the motorcycle and return it to the american ironhorse factory in…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 American Ironhorse Slammer have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 American Ironhorse Slammer: 04V-395 (electrical system), 03V-521 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 American Ironhorse Slammer?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 669 miles.

Are American Ironhorse recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized American Ironhorse dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.