Vehicle recall 75V157000 · August 19, 1975

1974-1975 Norton T160

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

Notes: Norton campaign no 83-5401, 75-0157.POSSIBILITY that the rear foot brakepedal levers have been manufactured of material of incorrect specification.ifthis condition exists, it could cause distortion, resulting in diminished oreven loss of rear wheel braking efficiency.(correct by inspecting andreplacing with new improved rear foot brake pedal levers).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 75V157000
Reported to NHTSA: August 19, 1975
Filed by: NORTON/TRIUMPH CORP.
Owner notification: August 25, 1975
Vehicles potentially affected: 3,600
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages

Recall 75V157000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Norton T160 (1974-1975): 1975, 1974

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