2009 DUCATI 1098R
2009 DUCATI 1198S
2009 DUCATI F1098S
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 28, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V197000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 732
Summary: DUCATI IS RECALLING 732 MODEL YEAR 2009 1198 S, 1098 R, AND F1098 S STREETFIGHTER MOTORCYCLES. THE RIGHT FORK MAY HAVE POSSIBLE CRACKING A DEFORMATION AT THE RIGHT-HAND SIDE FORK BOTTOM WHEEL AXLE PINCH BOLT AREA.
Consequence: CRACKING OF THE FORK MAY LEAD TO A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DUCATI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE AFFECTED MOTORCYCLES.
If you’ve got a lemon Ducati motorcycle, or any other lemon motorcycle or lemon Atv, email us or call us at 1-888-331-6422 Toll Free. Helping consumers get rid of lemon bikes and Atv’s is what we do. Every day.
Monday
CAN-AM Spyder Recall
Steering danger causes Bombardier recall of the BRP Can Am Spyder. Do you own one of these potentially deadly defect lemon Can-Am Spyders? Read the recall info below carefully because it uses jargon that isn't very clear.
2008 CAN-AM SPYDER ROADSTER
2009 Can-Am Spyder Roadster
Manufacturer: BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC.
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 08, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V162000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 9,932
Summary: BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL IS RECALLING 9,932 MY 2008-2009 CAN-AM SPYDER ROADSTERS. A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE OPERATOR OF AN INVOLVED VEHICLE MAY NEED TO EXERT A FORCE GREATER THAN EXPECTED TO INITIATE THE TURNING OF THE STEERING HANDLEBAR OFF CENTER IN ORDER TO CORRECT VEHICLE DRIFT FROM A STRAIGHT LINE PATH. THIS HIGHER THAN EXPECTED STEERING CONTROL INPUT TORQUE MAY CAUSE A STEERING ANGLE OVERSHOOT AND AN UNEXPECTED DEVIATION OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE OPERATOR'S INTENDED PATH.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, IT CAN LEAD TO A TEMPORARY OUT OF LANE EXCURSION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH INCREASES THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH WITH OTHER TRAFFIC AND OR A DRIVE OFF THE ROAD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE/REPAIR THE APPROPRIATE COMPONENTS.
Bottom line? You can wreck your trike through no fault of your own.
If you've got a lemon Bombardier, or any other lemon trike, motorcycle lemon or lemon Atv, email us or call us at 1-888-331-6422 Toll Free. Helping consumers get rid of lemon bikes and Atv’s is what we do. Every day.
Burdge Law Office
http://www.ohiolemonlaw.com/motorcycle-lemon-law.html
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
2008 CAN-AM SPYDER ROADSTER
2009 Can-Am Spyder Roadster
Manufacturer: BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC.
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 08, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V162000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 9,932
Summary: BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL IS RECALLING 9,932 MY 2008-2009 CAN-AM SPYDER ROADSTERS. A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE OPERATOR OF AN INVOLVED VEHICLE MAY NEED TO EXERT A FORCE GREATER THAN EXPECTED TO INITIATE THE TURNING OF THE STEERING HANDLEBAR OFF CENTER IN ORDER TO CORRECT VEHICLE DRIFT FROM A STRAIGHT LINE PATH. THIS HIGHER THAN EXPECTED STEERING CONTROL INPUT TORQUE MAY CAUSE A STEERING ANGLE OVERSHOOT AND AN UNEXPECTED DEVIATION OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE OPERATOR'S INTENDED PATH.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, IT CAN LEAD TO A TEMPORARY OUT OF LANE EXCURSION OF THE VEHICLE WHICH INCREASES THE POSSIBILITY OF A CRASH WITH OTHER TRAFFIC AND OR A DRIVE OFF THE ROAD.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE/REPAIR THE APPROPRIATE COMPONENTS.
Bottom line? You can wreck your trike through no fault of your own.
If you've got a lemon Bombardier, or any other lemon trike, motorcycle lemon or lemon Atv, email us or call us at 1-888-331-6422 Toll Free. Helping consumers get rid of lemon bikes and Atv’s is what we do. Every day.
Burdge Law Office
http://www.ohiolemonlaw.com/motorcycle-lemon-law.html
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
Piaggio BV 500 Recall, Piaggio X9 500 Recall
Fuel Hose Danger Causes Piagio Recall. Do you own one of these potentially dangerous lemon scooters?
2005 PIAGGIO BV 500
2006 Piaggio BV 500
2007 Piaggio BV 500
2008 Piaggio BV 500
2005 PIAGGIO X9 500
2006 Piaggio X9 500
2007 Piaggio X9 500
2008 Piaggio X9 500
Manufacturer: PIAGGIO USA, INC.
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 20, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V188000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,428
Summary: PIAGGIO IS RECALLING 2,428 Model Years 2005 thru 2008 BV 500 AND X9 500 SCOOTERS. THE FUEL HOSE CONNECTING THE FUEL FILTER TO THE FUEL PUMP MAY COME LOOSE. IF THIS FUEL HOSE CONNECTION IS LOOSE, OR HAS BECOME COMPLETELY DISCONNECTED, THEN THERE WILL BE A DROP IN, OR LOSS OF, FUEL PRESSURE TO THE ENGINE.
Consequence: LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE AND ENGINE STALLING WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. A FUEL LEAK CAN ALSO RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LENGTH OF FUEL HOSE CONNECTING THE FUEL PUMP TO THE FUEL FILTER.
If you’ve got a lemon Piaggio scooter or a Piaggio lemon motorcycle, or any other lemon motorcycle or lemon Atv, email us or call us at 1-888-331-6422 Toll Free. Helping consumers get rid of lemon bikes and Atv’s is what we do. Every day.
2005 PIAGGIO BV 500
2006 Piaggio BV 500
2007 Piaggio BV 500
2008 Piaggio BV 500
2005 PIAGGIO X9 500
2006 Piaggio X9 500
2007 Piaggio X9 500
2008 Piaggio X9 500
Manufacturer: PIAGGIO USA, INC.
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 20, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V188000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,428
Summary: PIAGGIO IS RECALLING 2,428 Model Years 2005 thru 2008 BV 500 AND X9 500 SCOOTERS. THE FUEL HOSE CONNECTING THE FUEL FILTER TO THE FUEL PUMP MAY COME LOOSE. IF THIS FUEL HOSE CONNECTION IS LOOSE, OR HAS BECOME COMPLETELY DISCONNECTED, THEN THERE WILL BE A DROP IN, OR LOSS OF, FUEL PRESSURE TO THE ENGINE.
Consequence: LOSS OF FUEL PRESSURE AND ENGINE STALLING WILL INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. A FUEL LEAK CAN ALSO RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LENGTH OF FUEL HOSE CONNECTING THE FUEL PUMP TO THE FUEL FILTER.
If you’ve got a lemon Piaggio scooter or a Piaggio lemon motorcycle, or any other lemon motorcycle or lemon Atv, email us or call us at 1-888-331-6422 Toll Free. Helping consumers get rid of lemon bikes and Atv’s is what we do. Every day.
Sunday
Fushin Youth Model ATVs Recalled
May 13, 2009
Release # 09-742
Fushin Recall Hotline: (866) 659-8600
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7051
Fushin USA Recalls Youth Model ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Young Riders
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.
Product Involved: Fushin ATVs
Units: About 650
Distributor: Fushin USA LLC, of Dallas, Texas
Hazard: These ATVs lack front brakes, a tire pressure gauge, and padding to cover the sharp edges on the handlebar assembly, which could pose a risk of injury to young riders.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves FXSA 002A-90cc. The size 90cc youth ATV comes in a variety of colors such as black, red, blue, yellow, green, pink, tan camo, blue camo, army camo, green camo leaf camo, pink camo and yellow/black.
Sold by: Fushin dealerships and online nationwide from October 2005 through May 2006 for between $250 and $350.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using them immediately and contact their local dealer to schedule a free repair.
Another Chinese product recalled ... not a surprise either since any kind of kid's toy vehicle ought to have brakes an no sharp edges. And when your kids grow up, if they get a lemon, tell them to get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon ATV's is what we do. Everyday.
Release # 09-742
Fushin Recall Hotline: (866) 659-8600
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7051
Fushin USA Recalls Youth Model ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Young Riders
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.
Product Involved: Fushin ATVs
Units: About 650
Distributor: Fushin USA LLC, of Dallas, Texas
Hazard: These ATVs lack front brakes, a tire pressure gauge, and padding to cover the sharp edges on the handlebar assembly, which could pose a risk of injury to young riders.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves FXSA 002A-90cc. The size 90cc youth ATV comes in a variety of colors such as black, red, blue, yellow, green, pink, tan camo, blue camo, army camo, green camo leaf camo, pink camo and yellow/black.
Sold by: Fushin dealerships and online nationwide from October 2005 through May 2006 for between $250 and $350.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using them immediately and contact their local dealer to schedule a free repair.
Another Chinese product recalled ... not a surprise either since any kind of kid's toy vehicle ought to have brakes an no sharp edges. And when your kids grow up, if they get a lemon, tell them to get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon ATV's is what we do. Everyday.
Burdge Law Office
Because life's too short to get stuck with a bad bike.
Friday
Honda CBR1000RR Recall
Water Pump Clamp Failure and leg scalding danger causes Honda to recall motorcycles. to you own one of these potential lemon motorcycles?
2008 HONDA CBR1000RR
Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 19, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V174000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12894
Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING 12,894 Model Year 2008 CBR1000RR motorcycles. A COOLANT HOSE CLAMP LOCATED ON THE WATER PUMP COVER MAY BREAK DUE TO FATIGUE CAUSED BY VIBRATION GENERATED AT CONTINUOUS HIGH ENGINE SPEEDS.
Consequence: IF THE CLAMP BREAKS, HOT COOLANT CAN SPRAY ONTO THE RIDERS LEFT LOWER LEG CAUSING SCALDING TO THE RIDER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEW COOLANT HOSE CLAMP.
If you've got a lemon Honda bike, or any lemon motorcycle, get a Burdge attorney. We've been helping bikers get rid of bad bikes since 1978. It's what we do.
2008 HONDA CBR1000RR
Manufacturer: HONDA (AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO.)
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 19, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V174000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12894
Summary: HONDA IS RECALLING 12,894 Model Year 2008 CBR1000RR motorcycles. A COOLANT HOSE CLAMP LOCATED ON THE WATER PUMP COVER MAY BREAK DUE TO FATIGUE CAUSED BY VIBRATION GENERATED AT CONTINUOUS HIGH ENGINE SPEEDS.
Consequence: IF THE CLAMP BREAKS, HOT COOLANT CAN SPRAY ONTO THE RIDERS LEFT LOWER LEG CAUSING SCALDING TO THE RIDER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NEW COOLANT HOSE CLAMP.
If you've got a lemon Honda bike, or any lemon motorcycle, get a Burdge attorney. We've been helping bikers get rid of bad bikes since 1978. It's what we do.
Burdge Law Office
Because the road's too long to ride a bad bike.
Ducati 1098R Recall, Ducati 1198 Recall, Ducati 848 Recall, Ducati F1098 Recall, Ducati Streetfighter Recall
Ducati fuel leak recalls announced.
2009 DUCATI 1098R
2009 DUCATI 1198
2009 DUCATI 1198S
2009 DUCATI 848
2010 DUCATI F1098 STREETFIGHTER
2010 DUCATI F1098 STREETFIGHTER S
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V170000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1549
Summary: DUCATI IS RECALLING 1,549 Model Year 2009 1198, 1198 S, 1098 R, 848 AND Model Year 2010 F1098 STREETFIGHTER AND STREETFIGHTER S MOTORCYCLES. THESE MOTORCYCLES MAY EXPERIENCE FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE FUEL LINE AT THE FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTION. THE PLASTIC FITTING BETWEEN FUEL INJECTOR AND HOSE CAN WARP OR BREAK WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE.
Consequence: ANY DAMAGE TO THE FUEL LINE MAY LEAD TO AN INCREASED RISK OF FIRE OR AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE, THE THEREBY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED INJECTOR COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE.
Got a flaming Ducati? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon Ducati motorcycles is what we do. Helping consumers get rid of lemon bikes is what we've been doing since 1978.
2009 DUCATI 1098R
2009 DUCATI 1198
2009 DUCATI 1198S
2009 DUCATI 848
2010 DUCATI F1098 STREETFIGHTER
2010 DUCATI F1098 STREETFIGHTER S
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V170000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1549
Summary: DUCATI IS RECALLING 1,549 Model Year 2009 1198, 1198 S, 1098 R, 848 AND Model Year 2010 F1098 STREETFIGHTER AND STREETFIGHTER S MOTORCYCLES. THESE MOTORCYCLES MAY EXPERIENCE FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE FUEL LINE AT THE FUEL INJECTOR CONNECTION. THE PLASTIC FITTING BETWEEN FUEL INJECTOR AND HOSE CAN WARP OR BREAK WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE.
Consequence: ANY DAMAGE TO THE FUEL LINE MAY LEAD TO AN INCREASED RISK OF FIRE OR AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE, THE THEREBY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED INJECTOR COMPONENTS FREE OF CHARGE.
Got a flaming Ducati? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon Ducati motorcycles is what we do. Helping consumers get rid of lemon bikes is what we've been doing since 1978.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
Thursday
Ducati Desmosedici RR Recall
2008 DUCATI DESMOSEDICI RR
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 07, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V160000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 396
Summary: DUCATI IS RECALLING 396 Model Year 2008 DESMOSEDICI RR MOTORCYCLES. THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS MAY BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER.
Consequence: ANY DAMAGE TO THE HARNESS MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF FUNCTIONALITY OF THE MOTORCYCLE SYSTEM OR AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE, AND THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK, REPOSITION AND FASTEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO THE FRAME.
If you've got a lemon motorcycle, get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of bad bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 07, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V160000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 396
Summary: DUCATI IS RECALLING 396 Model Year 2008 DESMOSEDICI RR MOTORCYCLES. THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS MAY BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER.
Consequence: ANY DAMAGE TO THE HARNESS MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF FUNCTIONALITY OF THE MOTORCYCLE SYSTEM OR AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE, AND THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK, REPOSITION AND FASTEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO THE FRAME.
If you've got a lemon motorcycle, get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of bad bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Burdge Law Office
Because life's too short to ride a bad bike.
Wednesday
Ducati Monster Recall
2009 DUCATI MONSTER 696
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Mfr's Report Date: MAR 23, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V142000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,755
Summary: DUCATI IS RECALLING 1,755 Model Year 2009 MONSTER 696 MOTORCYCLES. THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE VERTICAL CYLINDER HEAD AND EXHAUST PIPE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER.
Consequence: ANY DAMAGE TO THE HARNESS MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF FUNCTIONALITY OF THE MOTORCYCLE¿S LIGHTING SYSTEM OR AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE, AND THEREBY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK FOR INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS AND THE VERTICAL CYLINDER HEAD AND EXHAUST PIPE. DEALERS WILL REPOSITION AND FASTEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO THE FRAME.
Got a lemon Ducati motorcycle or another lemon bike? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of bad bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Mfr's Report Date: MAR 23, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V142000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,755
Summary: DUCATI IS RECALLING 1,755 Model Year 2009 MONSTER 696 MOTORCYCLES. THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE VERTICAL CYLINDER HEAD AND EXHAUST PIPE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER.
Consequence: ANY DAMAGE TO THE HARNESS MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF FUNCTIONALITY OF THE MOTORCYCLE¿S LIGHTING SYSTEM OR AN UNEXPECTED LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE, AND THEREBY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK FOR INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS AND THE VERTICAL CYLINDER HEAD AND EXHAUST PIPE. DEALERS WILL REPOSITION AND FASTEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO THE FRAME.
Got a lemon Ducati motorcycle or another lemon bike? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of bad bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
Sunday
Big Dog Ridgeback Recall
2005 BIG DOG RIDGEBACK
Manufacturer: BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 27, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V147000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,257
Summary: BIG DOG IS RECALLING 1,257 MY 2005 RIDGEBACK MOTORCYCLES. THE REAR WHEEL MAY HAVE WEAK SPOTS IN THE DESIGN, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE WHEEL TO CRACK UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Consequence: IF UNDETECTED, THIS CONDITION MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WHEELS FOR EVIDENCE OF CRACKING.
If you've got a lemon Big Dog motorcycle, you need a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Manufacturer: BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES, LLC
Mfr's Report Date: MAY 27, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V147000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: WHEELS:CENTER SECTION
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,257
Summary: BIG DOG IS RECALLING 1,257 MY 2005 RIDGEBACK MOTORCYCLES. THE REAR WHEEL MAY HAVE WEAK SPOTS IN THE DESIGN, WHICH MAY CAUSE THE WHEEL TO CRACK UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Consequence: IF UNDETECTED, THIS CONDITION MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WHEELS FOR EVIDENCE OF CRACKING.
If you've got a lemon Big Dog motorcycle, you need a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
Thursday
Buell Recall
2008 BUELL 1125R
2009 BUELL XB12R
2009 BUELL XB12SCG
Manufacturer: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Mfr's Report Date: MAR 31, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V109000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3316
Summary: BUELL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY IS RECALLING 3,316 MY 2008 1125R, MY 2009 XB12R AND XB12SCG MOTORCYCLES. THE SUBJECT MOTORCYCLES HAVE A FRONT BRAKE LINE WHICH MAY CONTACT THE FRONT TIRE. THE CONDITION COULD CAUSE A HOLE TO DEVELOP IN THE FRONT BRAKE LINE, ALLOWING BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MIGHT CAUSE AN INEFFECTIVE FRONT BRAKE, LEADING TO A POSSIBLE CRASH AND POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH OF THE RIDER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE FRONT BRAKE LINE. IF DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE LINE HAS OCCURRED, THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED
Got a lemon Buell motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
2009 BUELL XB12R
2009 BUELL XB12SCG
Manufacturer: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY
Mfr's Report Date: MAR 31, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V109000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 3316
Summary: BUELL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY IS RECALLING 3,316 MY 2008 1125R, MY 2009 XB12R AND XB12SCG MOTORCYCLES. THE SUBJECT MOTORCYCLES HAVE A FRONT BRAKE LINE WHICH MAY CONTACT THE FRONT TIRE. THE CONDITION COULD CAUSE A HOLE TO DEVELOP IN THE FRONT BRAKE LINE, ALLOWING BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MIGHT CAUSE AN INEFFECTIVE FRONT BRAKE, LEADING TO A POSSIBLE CRASH AND POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH OF THE RIDER.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE FRONT BRAKE LINE. IF DAMAGE TO THE BRAKE LINE HAS OCCURRED, THE BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED
Got a lemon Buell motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
BMW R1200 Recall
2008 BMW R1200 GS
2008 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Mfr's Report Date: APR 10, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V129000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: ?
Summary: BMW IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008 R1200 GS AND R1200 GS ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLES. IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS, SUCH AS HIGH GENERATOR SPEEDS COMBINED WITH LARGE DEMANDS FOR ELECTRICAL CURRENT, SPURIOUS SIGNALS COULD EMERGE WITHIN THE MOTORCYCLE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, IT COULD AFFECT THE PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNALS OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL UNIT. IF THIS HAPPENED, THE ABS COULD SWITCH OFF; HOWEVER, IN SUCH A SITUATION, A WARNING LAMP WOULD ILLUMINATE. NORMAL BRAKING WOULD STILL BE AVAILABLE TO SLOW AND STOP THE MOTORCYCLE.
Consequence: ANY TIME VEHICLE CONTROL IS COMPROMISED A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR OR REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS
Got a lemon BMW motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of bad bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
2008 BMW R1200 GS ADVENTURE
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Mfr's Report Date: APR 10, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V129000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: ?
Summary: BMW IS RECALLING MODEL YEAR 2008 R1200 GS AND R1200 GS ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLES. IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS, SUCH AS HIGH GENERATOR SPEEDS COMBINED WITH LARGE DEMANDS FOR ELECTRICAL CURRENT, SPURIOUS SIGNALS COULD EMERGE WITHIN THE MOTORCYCLE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, IT COULD AFFECT THE PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNALS OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL UNIT. IF THIS HAPPENED, THE ABS COULD SWITCH OFF; HOWEVER, IN SUCH A SITUATION, A WARNING LAMP WOULD ILLUMINATE. NORMAL BRAKING WOULD STILL BE AVAILABLE TO SLOW AND STOP THE MOTORCYCLE.
Consequence: ANY TIME VEHICLE CONTROL IS COMPROMISED A CRASH MAY OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR OR REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS
Got a lemon BMW motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of bad bikes is what we do. Everyday. Since 1978.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
KTM 690 Duke Recall, KTM 690 SMC Recall
2009 KTM 690 DUKE
2009 KTM 690 SMC
Manufacturer: KTM NORTH AMERICA, INC
Mfr's Report Date: APR 13, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V134000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 237
Summary: KTM IS RECALLING 237 Model Year 2009 690 DUKE AND SMC MOTORCYCLES. DURING USE, THE FRONT FORKS COULD DEVELOP CRACKS; THIS COULD RESULT IN THE POSSIBILITY OF THE FRONT FORK INNER TUBE SEPARATING FROM THE AXLE CLAMP. THE CAUSE OF THE DEFECT INVOLVES IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT OF THE FRONT FORK INNER TUBES BY THE MANUFACTURER.
Consequence: SUBSEQUENTLY THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF CONTROL AND A CRASH POSSIBLY WITH INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER OR OTHERS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT FORK TUBES
Got a lemon KTM motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon bikes is what we do. Everyday.
2009 KTM 690 SMC
Manufacturer: KTM NORTH AMERICA, INC
Mfr's Report Date: APR 13, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V134000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 237
Summary: KTM IS RECALLING 237 Model Year 2009 690 DUKE AND SMC MOTORCYCLES. DURING USE, THE FRONT FORKS COULD DEVELOP CRACKS; THIS COULD RESULT IN THE POSSIBILITY OF THE FRONT FORK INNER TUBE SEPARATING FROM THE AXLE CLAMP. THE CAUSE OF THE DEFECT INVOLVES IMPROPER HEAT TREATMENT OF THE FRONT FORK INNER TUBES BY THE MANUFACTURER.
Consequence: SUBSEQUENTLY THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF CONTROL AND A CRASH POSSIBLY WITH INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER OR OTHERS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FRONT FORK TUBES
Got a lemon KTM motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemon bikes is what we do. Everyday.
Burdge Law Office
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Jonway YY150 Recall, Jonway YY50 Recall
2008 JONWAY YY150T-12
2008 JONWAY YY50QT-21A
Manufacturer: JONWAY MOTORCYCLE
Mfr's Report Date: APR 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V131000
PE09014NHTSA Action Number: PE09014
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 5000
Summary: JONWAY IS RECALLING 5,000 MY 2008 YY150T-12 AND YY50QT-21A SCOOTERS. THE SCOOTERS WERE BUILT WITH 2 PIECE, INLINE, FUEL FILTERS THAT MAY BEGIN LEAKING WHERE THE TWO PIECES JOIN.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER.
Got a lemon Jonway? Get a Burdge attorney. We've been getting rid of lemon scooters since 1978. It's what we do. Everyday.
2008 JONWAY YY50QT-21A
Manufacturer: JONWAY MOTORCYCLE
Mfr's Report Date: APR 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V131000
PE09014NHTSA Action Number: PE09014
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 5000
Summary: JONWAY IS RECALLING 5,000 MY 2008 YY150T-12 AND YY50QT-21A SCOOTERS. THE SCOOTERS WERE BUILT WITH 2 PIECE, INLINE, FUEL FILTERS THAT MAY BEGIN LEAKING WHERE THE TWO PIECES JOIN.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTER.
Got a lemon Jonway? Get a Burdge attorney. We've been getting rid of lemon scooters since 1978. It's what we do. Everyday.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is to short to put up with a bad scotter.
Jonway Sunny Recall
2008 JONWAY SUNNY
Manufacturer: JONWAY MOTORCYCLE
Mfr's Report Date: APR 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V132000
PE09006NHTSA Action Number: PE09006
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 180
Summary: JONWAY IS RECALLING 180 Model Year 2008 SUNNY MOTORCYCLES. THE SCOOTERS WERE INTENDED TO BE BUILT WITH RUBBER HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE THAT IS ROUTED THROUGH A RETAINER TO PREVENT FRONT TIRE CONTACT. HOWEVER, IN SOME CASES, THE RETAINER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED DURING SCOOTER ASSEMBLY. IF THE RETAINER IS MISSING, THE FROM TIRE MAY RUB THROUGH THE BRAKE LINE.
Consequence: IF THE LINE IS RUBBED THROUGH, THE FRONT BRAKE MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE LINE AND ITS ROUTING. A RETAINER WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE SCOOTER WITHOUT RETAINERS. BRAKE LINES THAT HAVE BEEN RUBBED BY THE FRONT TIRE WILL BE REPLACED.
If you've got a lemon Jonway, or any lemon motorcycle, don't take a chance. Got a lemon bike? Get a Burdge attorney. Call us right now, 1.888.331.6422. Or click below to email us.
Manufacturer: JONWAY MOTORCYCLE
Mfr's Report Date: APR 15, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V132000
PE09006NHTSA Action Number: PE09006
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 180
Summary: JONWAY IS RECALLING 180 Model Year 2008 SUNNY MOTORCYCLES. THE SCOOTERS WERE INTENDED TO BE BUILT WITH RUBBER HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE THAT IS ROUTED THROUGH A RETAINER TO PREVENT FRONT TIRE CONTACT. HOWEVER, IN SOME CASES, THE RETAINER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN INSTALLED DURING SCOOTER ASSEMBLY. IF THE RETAINER IS MISSING, THE FROM TIRE MAY RUB THROUGH THE BRAKE LINE.
Consequence: IF THE LINE IS RUBBED THROUGH, THE FRONT BRAKE MAY NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE LINE AND ITS ROUTING. A RETAINER WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE SCOOTER WITHOUT RETAINERS. BRAKE LINES THAT HAVE BEEN RUBBED BY THE FRONT TIRE WILL BE REPLACED.
If you've got a lemon Jonway, or any lemon motorcycle, don't take a chance. Got a lemon bike? Get a Burdge attorney. Call us right now, 1.888.331.6422. Or click below to email us.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
Wednesday
Yamaha Rhino 450 Recall, Yamaha Rhino 660 Recall
This unofficial word just in:
Yamaha Motor Corp. issued a recall of more than 120,000 Yahama Rhino ATVs today. All Rhino 450 and 660 model vehicles are being recalled for repairs intended to prevent accidents that have resulted in 46 confirmed deaths and hundreds of injuries. These Yamaha Rhinos suffer from inherent design flaws that make them unstable and susceptible to low-speed rollovers.
Official notice from federal safety investigators is expected to follow. For now, if you've got a dangerous Yamaha all terrain vehicle, be careful. Life is too short to put up with a bad Atv.
Yamaha Motor Corp. issued a recall of more than 120,000 Yahama Rhino ATVs today. All Rhino 450 and 660 model vehicles are being recalled for repairs intended to prevent accidents that have resulted in 46 confirmed deaths and hundreds of injuries. These Yamaha Rhinos suffer from inherent design flaws that make them unstable and susceptible to low-speed rollovers.
Official notice from federal safety investigators is expected to follow. For now, if you've got a dangerous Yamaha all terrain vehicle, be careful. Life is too short to put up with a bad Atv.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad Atv.
Saturday
BMW F800 Recall
BMW / F800 GS 2008
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Mfr's Report Date: MAR 11, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V088000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Potential Number of Units Affected:
Summary: BMW IS RECALLING Model Year 2008 F800 GS VEHICLES. THE AXLE SHAFT WALL THICKNESS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.
Consequence: IF THE WALL THICKNESS WAS NOT SUFFICIENT, THE AXLE SHAFT COULD DEFORM AND COULD BREAK INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AXLE SHAFT ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE OR REPAIR THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS.
Got a lemon motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemons is what we do. Everyday.
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC
Mfr's Report Date: MAR 11, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V088000
N/ANHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Potential Number of Units Affected:
Summary: BMW IS RECALLING Model Year 2008 F800 GS VEHICLES. THE AXLE SHAFT WALL THICKNESS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATIONS.
Consequence: IF THE WALL THICKNESS WAS NOT SUFFICIENT, THE AXLE SHAFT COULD DEFORM AND COULD BREAK INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AXLE SHAFT ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE OR REPAIR THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS.
Got a lemon motorcycle? Get a Burdge attorney. Getting rid of lemons is what we do. Everyday.
Burdge Law Office
Because life is to short to drive a bad bike.
Sunday
Aprilia Scarbeo Recall
2008 and 2009 APRILIA SCARABEO 100
Manufacturer: PIAGGIO USA, INC.
Mfr's Report Date: JAN 20, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V033000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 740
Summary: PIAGGIO IS RECALLING 740 Model Years 2008 and 2009 APRILIA SCARABEO 100 MOTORCYCLES. IN THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM THERE ARE HOSES CONNECTING THE FUEL TANK TO THE CHARCOAL CANISTER THROUGH WHICH THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PASSES. IT HAS SHOWN THAT THE EMISSION HOSES TO THE CANISTER WERE PINCHED AND/OR CRIMPED. IN OTHER CASES THE HOSES IN AND OUT OF THE CHARCOAL CANISTER WERE INSTALLED BACKWARDS, THE ROLL OVER VALVE FOR THE FUEL TANK WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, AND IN OTHER CASES THERE WAS DIRT IN THE CARBURETOR AND STILL OTHERS HAD FAULTY FLOAT VALVES IN THE CARBURETOR.
Consequence: THE ENGINE MAY FLOOD WITH FUEL CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STARTING AND THE POSSIBILITY OF STALLING. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE FOR FUEL TO LEAK FROM THE CARBURETOR ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL DOUBLE CHECK THE INSTALLATION OF THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEMS HOSES AND COMPONENTS TO WILL ENSURE THAT THERE ARE NO RESTRICTIONS. THE EMISSION SYSTEM HOSE WILL BE RE-ROUTED AND THE INSTALLATION OF ONE WAY VALVES
Manufacturer: PIAGGIO USA, INC.
Mfr's Report Date: JAN 20, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V033000
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 740
Summary: PIAGGIO IS RECALLING 740 Model Years 2008 and 2009 APRILIA SCARABEO 100 MOTORCYCLES. IN THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM THERE ARE HOSES CONNECTING THE FUEL TANK TO THE CHARCOAL CANISTER THROUGH WHICH THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PASSES. IT HAS SHOWN THAT THE EMISSION HOSES TO THE CANISTER WERE PINCHED AND/OR CRIMPED. IN OTHER CASES THE HOSES IN AND OUT OF THE CHARCOAL CANISTER WERE INSTALLED BACKWARDS, THE ROLL OVER VALVE FOR THE FUEL TANK WAS INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, AND IN OTHER CASES THERE WAS DIRT IN THE CARBURETOR AND STILL OTHERS HAD FAULTY FLOAT VALVES IN THE CARBURETOR.
Consequence: THE ENGINE MAY FLOOD WITH FUEL CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN STARTING AND THE POSSIBILITY OF STALLING. IT IS ALSO POSSIBLE FOR FUEL TO LEAK FROM THE CARBURETOR ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL DOUBLE CHECK THE INSTALLATION OF THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEMS HOSES AND COMPONENTS TO WILL ENSURE THAT THERE ARE NO RESTRICTIONS. THE EMISSION SYSTEM HOSE WILL BE RE-ROUTED AND THE INSTALLATION OF ONE WAY VALVES
Burdge Law Office
Because life is too short to put up with a bad bike.
Thursday
Tuesday
Chrysler Designs Motorcycle ?
Anxious to expand into new markets to improve its bottom line, Chrysler hires Larry to design a new Big Cow motorcycle to compete with Kawasaki bikes ? Well, maybe ...
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