Motorcycle Recall Notices for March 2009

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Harley-Davidson is recalling 97 LED turn signal mounting kits, P/Nos. 69951-08 (black) and 69593-08 (chrome), for installation on MY 2002 through 2009 VRSC model motorcycles (excluding VRSCF model). Due to the design of the mounting bracket, P/No. 70497-08, which secures the LED turn signal controller to the motorcycle frame, the controller may come in contact with the oil filter. Over time, this contact can lead to a hole in the oil filter and allow oil to leak on the rear tire, causing a loss of traction, possibly leading to a crash and potential injury or death. Harley-Davidson will notify owners and will remove and replace the existing bracket with a new bracket, P/No. 70497-08A, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during March 2009. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-342-4680.

Piaggio is recalling 458 MY 2008-2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 200 motorcycles. These motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 205 “Glazing Materials.” The incorrect DOT standard equipment handlebar mounted windshield that was provided was installed. Both DOT and Euro specifications were sent for installation. This does not meet the requirements of the standard. Dealers will replace the windshield component according to DOT specifications free of charge. The recall began during February 2009. Owners may contact Piaggio at 1-212-380-4458.

Kawasaki is recalling MY 2008-2009 KLR 650 (KL650E8F/L, KL650E9F/L) motorcycles. The muffler assembly is secured to the frame of the motorcycle by two bolts. It is possible that heat expansion cycles of the muffler, combined with vibration from vehicle operation may cause loosening of the muffler mounting bolts. If the bolts loosen completely, it is possible for the muffler to separate from the motorcycle, creating a risk of a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will remove the paint from the muffler mount tabs and replace the mount bolts, nut, and washer free of charge. The recall began on February 23, 2009. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 866-802-9381.

Kawasaki is recalling MY 2008-2009 KLR 650 (KL650E8F/L, KL650E9F/L) motorcycles. Wires in the wiring harness might be damaged due to rubbing contact with a portion of the motorcycle frame. This could result in loss of electrical power to the engine creating a risk of a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the main wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on February 24, 2009. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 866-802-9381.

Kawasaki is recalling MY 2009 Ninja ZX10R (ZX1000E9F/E9FA/E9FAL) motorcycles. The timing inspection caps on the starter clutch cover may come loose due to improper tightening and fall out, allowing oil to leak onto the rear tire. This could create a crash resulting in injury or death. Dealers will tighten the timing inspection caps free of charge. The recall began on February 23, 2009. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.