Cambridge Metal & Plastics Recalls Motorcycle Training Wheels Due to a Crash Hazard
CPSC recall 13281 · announced September 11, 2013 · Cambridge Metals & Plastics, A Division Of Water Works Manufacturing · 4,000 units affected
The product
The recalled products are Moose Racing brand training wheels for youth motorcycles and the replacement wheel kit. The training wheels have a black, one-piece, full-length metal axle with a plate that attaches to the underside of the motorcycle frame beneath the engine and two inflatable rubber wheels. The Moose Racing logo appears on the left and right sides of the axle. The replacement wheel kit is a set of two tires mounted on the wheel assembly. Replacement wheel kits and training wheels that fit the following youth motorcycle models are being recalled: Honda XR/CRF 50, Kawasaki KDX/Suzuki JR 50, KTM 50, Suzuki DRZ 70, Yamaha PW50 and Yamaha TTR 50.
The hazard
Bolts and nuts securing the wheel can loosen and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled training wheels, remove them from the motorcycle and contact Cambridge Metal and Plastics to have them repaired free of charge. Remedy type: Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Motorcycle dealerships nationwide and at Mooseracing.com, Parts-unlimited.com and other online retailers from July 2012 through June 2013 for about $130.
Consumer contact: Cambridge Metal and Plastics at (800) 457-0580 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.cmp-wwm.com and click on Training Wheel Recall for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.