Defect Description For Recall
Certain RC Components Motorcycle Frames Manufactured Between January 2003 And September 2005 Sold As Replacement Equipment. The Factory-Installed Welded Gusset Plate ConneCTIng The Frame Backbone, Neck, And Down Tube Is Missing.
Make Of Vehicle
RC COMPONENTS
Model Of Vehicle
MOTORCYCLE FRAME
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
07E036000
Component Description
Structure: Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
Effect Of Defect
As A Result, Additional Stress Would Be Placed On The Welds Causing Rapid Wear And Possible Joint Separation. Frame Separation Of The Neck, Down Tube, And Backbone Joints Could Cause The Driver To Lose Steering And Control Of The Bike, Possibly Resulting In A Crash.
Fix Defect
The Vehicle Manufacturers Are Working With RC Components To Notify Owners And The Motorcycles Will Be Repaired Or Replaced Free Of Charge. Owners Can Contact Either Their Motorcycle Manufacturer Or RC Components At 270-842-6000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
RC Components
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
868
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
RC Components
Date Report Received
20070607