Vehicle recall 75V040000 · February 25, 1975

1975 Norton Commando

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Notes: Norton campaign no recall.possibility that excess weld buildup on thesuspension unit body lower seam weld may foul the rear hydraulic brake calipermounting bracket.such contact would nullify the isolating effect of the lowermounting rubber bushing, placing an undue strain on the lower mounting ferruleand possibly resulting in ultimate fracture.(correct by inspecting andinstalling new spacer washer on the suspension pivot bolt).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 75V040000
Reported to NHTSA: February 25, 1975
Filed by: NORTON/TRIUMPH CORP.
Owner notification: March 24, 1975
Vehicles potentially affected: 2,049
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Rear › Springs

Recall 75V040000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Norton Commando (1975): 1975

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