Ohlins Racing AB is recalling certain TTX36 aftermarket motorcycle shock absorbers manufactured
— Recall Campaign #15E025000
Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain TTX36 aftermarket motorcycle shock absorbers manufactured November 5, 2013, to February 20, 2015. A complete list of the affected models and the motorcycles that they fit can be viewed by clicking on file RCORRD-15E025-7729.pdf under Associated Documents. The nut on the damper rod for these shock absorbers may loosen, resulting in a loss of damping and the possible disassembling of the shock.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 964 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15E025000
| Manufacturer: | Ohlins Racing AB |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 30, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15E025000 |
| Units affected: | 964 |
- Description:
- Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain TTX36 aftermarket motorcycle shock absorbers manufactured November 5, 2013, to February 20, 2015. A complete list of the affected models and the motorcycles that they fit can be viewed by clicking on file RCORRD-15E025-7729.pdf under Associated Documents. The nut on the damper rod for these shock absorbers may loosen, resulting in a loss of damping and the possible disassembling of the shock.
- Consequeces:
- If the piston rod nut loosens, shock absorber performance would be affected, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Ohlins will notify owners, and dealers will secure the rod nut, free of charge. Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the recall remedy has been performed. The recall is began in April 2015. Owners may contact Ohlins customer service at 1-800-336-9029.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.