Our severity:Severe NHTSA·13E034000·Announced 2013-06-19

Ohlins Steering Dampers Recalled for Cracking Bracket Risk

Ohlins is recalling steering dampers for BMW motorcycles because an incorrectly machined bracket may crack, potentially causing steering to lock and leading to injury or a crash.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering bracket) that may cause steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Ohlins Racing AB is recalling certain steering dampers sold as aftermarket equipment for BMW S1000RR and R1200R motorcycles. The recall addresses dampers manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket that may crack.

If the steering bracket cracks, it may cause the steering to lock at low speeds, which could lead to personal injury or a crash. The recall began on July 2, 2013.

Ohlins will notify distributors and provide customers with a new bracket. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product: EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer: Ohlins Racing AB
Category: Vehicle — Motorcycle Parts
Hazard: structural-defect
loss-of-control
Affected units: 801

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Ohlins Racing AB

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