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Motorcycle and ATV recalls, news and notes. Why? Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
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Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Potential Number of Units Affected: 7130 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Products: Model Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® Youth ATVs
Units: About 1,200
Importer: BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.
Manufacturer: Vietnam Precision Industrial Co., of Vietnam
Hazard: If the rider is ejected and the cord strap is pulled, the shutoff switch can fail to disable the engine. The ATV can operate uncontrolled, until the engine returns to idle, and cause a collision with bystanders, vehicles or other objects. This poses a serious risk of injury.
Description: The recall involves Model Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® DS 90 X ATVs. The model name can be located on the side panels. The ATV is black with yellow and orange trim.
Sold at: Authorized Can-Am® dealers nationwide from August 2007 through September 2008 for about $3,400.
Manufactured in: Vietnam
Remedy: Parents should stop children from using these vehicles immediately and contact any Can-Am® dealer.
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Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL | |||||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 5804 | |||||||||||||||||
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Make : BUELL | Model : 1125R | Year : 2008 |
Manufacturer : BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. | Mfr's Report Date : JUN 13, 2008 | |
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08V267000 | N/A | |
Component: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | ||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1,579 | ||
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Remedy: ![]() This can be a deadly defect so don't put up with any runaround from your dealer. If you've got a lemon Buell 1125R motorcycle, a Buell lemon bike of any type, or any other motorcycle that's a lemon, call us right now1-888-331-6422 Toll Free or email us right now and we can help you get your money back or a new one that runs right. Getting rid of lemon motorcycles is what we do. Everyday. Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Squashing lemon motorcycles everyday. Click here to see what your state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says. |
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Component: STEERING | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 428 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Model Year | Model | Market Name |
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2004 | A04BG50AA | Scrambler 500 4x4 |
2004 | A04BG50FA | Scrambler 500 |
2004 | A04CH42AQ | Sportsman 400 |
2004 | A04CH42AR | Sportsman 400 |
2004 | A04CH42AS | Sportsman 400 |
2004 | A04CH42AT | Sportsman 400 |
2004 | A04CH42AV | Sportsman 400 |
2004 | A04CH50AO | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CH50AQ | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CH50AR | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CH50AS | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CH50AT | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CH50AV | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CH50AW | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CH50AX | Sportsman 500 |
2004 | A04CL50AA | Sportsman 6x6 |
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Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY | ||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 616 | ||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() If you've got a lemon scooter or lemon motorcycle or other lemon bike, contact us. Getting rid of lemons is what we do. Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping people get even since 1978. Click here to see what your state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says a lemon bike is. |
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Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 10 | ||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Bikers Get Rid of Lemon Motorcycles Since 1978. Click here to see what your state's motorcycle Lemon Law says. |
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Component: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | ||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 356 | ||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Bikers Get Rid of Lemon Motorcycles Since 1978. Click here to see what your state's motorcycle Lemon Law says. |
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Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY | ||||||||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 38,934 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Bikers Get Rid of Lemon Bikes Since 1978 Click here to see what your state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says is a lemon bike. |
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Select "Outlaw IRS" ATVs, Model Years 2006 2007 2008
Units: About 11,300
Manufacturer: Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.
Hazard: A retention bolt can come loose causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious injury to the rider.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 11 reports of loss of control, including one rider who suffered a strained leg muscle.
Description: The recall involves select 2006-2008 Polaris “Outlaw” ATVs with Independent Rear Suspension (IRS). The affected models are:
Model
2006 OUTLAW 500 “IRS”
2007 OUTLAW 500 “IRS”
2007 OUTLAW 525 “IRS”
2008 OUTLAW 525 “IRS”
The model name is printed on decals located on either side of the fuel tank.
Sold at: Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2006 through January 2008 for between $6,900 and $7,400.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled ATVs immediately.The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Kawasaki KLX140 Off-Road Motorcycles
Units: About 200
Distributor: Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif.
Hazard: One or more of the motorcycle’s frame welds could be missing or made incorrectly allowing the frame to crack or break, posing a risk of serious injury to riders.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves 2008 Kawasaki KLX140A8F/B8F off-highway motorcycles. They are designed for the beginner as well as the more advanced rider. They are green in color and have “Kawasaki” identification on the sides of the fuel tank and KLX140 underneath the seat on both sides.
Sold by: Kawasaki motorcycle dealers nationwide between January 2008 and February 2008 for about $2,700.
Manufactured in: Thailand
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the off-road motorcycles.The following product safety recall was announced by federal safety investigators at the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Federal safety officials say that consumers should stop using the recalled Rhino atv vehicles immediately.
Name of Product: Model Year 2008 Rhino YXR450 and YXR700 Side-by-Side Vehicles
Units: About 7,800
Distributor: Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A., of Cypress, Calif.
Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp. of America, of Newnan, Ga.
Hazard: The brake caliper on the left front wheel could have been made incorrectly, resulting in brake fluid leaking. This can cause a loss of braking and control of the vehicle, posing a serious safety risk to the driver and passenger.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Description: This recall involves model year 2008 Rhino YXR450 and YXR700 Side-by-Side Vehicles as listed below:
Make/Model | Primary Identification Numbers | |
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2008 Rhino 450 | YXR45FX YXR45FHX YXR45FSPX | AJ32Y-001001 ~ 001598 AJ30Y-000501 ~ 000897 AJ34Y-000201 ~ 000794 |
2008 Rhino 700FI | YXR70FX YXR70FDUX YXR70FHX YXR70FSEPX/FSP2X YXR70FSPX | AM16Y–000101 ~ 003000 AM20Y-000101 ~ 000700 AM18Y-000101 ~ 000800 AM23Y-000101 ~ 001000 AM21Y-000101 ~ 001200 |
The Primary Identification Number is stamped on the driver’s side rear tire frame rail.
Sold by: Yamaha dealers nationwide from October 2007 through March 2008 for between $8,300 and $12,000.
Assembled in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Rhinos.Make : KAWASAKI | Model : ZG1400B8FL | Year : 2008 |
Manufacturer : KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. | Mfr's Report Date : JAN 23, 2008 | |
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08V047000 | N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A | |
Component: EQUIPMENT | ||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 4645 | ||
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Remedy: ![]() If you've got a bad bike, don't put up with it. Complain to your dealer or call the factory. And if they don't take care of your problem promptly, contact us or call us 1-888-331-6422 Toll Free. Helping bikers is what we do. Everyday. Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Bikers Get Rid of Lemon Bikes Since 1978 To see what your state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says a lemon is, click here. |
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Component: SUSPENSION:REAR | ||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 265 | ||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Consumers Get Rid of Lemon Motorcycles Since 1978 Click here to find out what your state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says. |
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Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 31789 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Consumers Get Rid of Lemon Motorcycles Since 1978 Click here to find out what your state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says. |
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Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING | |||||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 744 | |||||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Consumers Get Rid of Bad Motorcycles Since 1978 Click here to find out what your state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says. |
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Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||||||
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1391 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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Remedy: ![]() Burdge Law Office www. Motorcycle Lemon Law .com Helping Consumers Get Rid of Bad Bikes Since 1978 Click here to find out what state's Motorcycle Lemon Law says. |