The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07242·Announced 2007-07-18

Magura 190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders Recalled for Brake Failure Hazard

Magura USA is recalling 190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders for off-road motorcycles because they can crack and cause brake failure, posing a risk of severe injury or death.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of severe injury or death due to brake failure, but the source explicitly states that no incidents or injuries have been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Magura USA is recalling approximately 200 190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders used on off-road motorcycles. The recall was initiated because the brake cylinders can crack, resulting in brake failure. This defect poses a risk of severe injury or death to the driver. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

The recalled cylinders are manufactured by Gustav Magenwirth GmbH of Bad Urach, Germany. They are identified by an "A" or "B" code on the underside of the lever's pivot bolt and feature the Magura logo printed on the cylinder. Cylinders without these specific markings are not included in the recall.

These products were sold at motorcycle dealers nationwide, mail-order catalogues, and web retailers from August 2005 through May 2007 for approximately $420. Consumers should immediately stop using the off-road motorcycles equipped with these recalled brake cylinders and contact Magura USA to receive a replacement product.

The recalled product

Product
190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders (used on off-road motorcyles)
Manufacturer
Gustav Magenwirth GmbH, of Bad Urach, Germany
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle Parts
Hazard
Affected units
200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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