Universal Engineering Recalls Clamps for Motocross Motorcycles Due to Fork Separation Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-03-27 · 07538
Hazards
The radius triple clamps on these motorcycles can crack during operation, posing a risk that the fork of the bike could separate and result in serious injury or death to the rider.
Recall
Number
07538
Date
2007-03-27
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Radius Triple Clamps sold for use with Motocross Motorcycles
Companies
Retailer(s)
Off-road motorcycle dealers and distributors sold the recalled clamps from July 2006 through February 2007 for about $180.
Distributor(s)
Universal Engineering, of Temecula, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
The recall involves Radius Triple Clamps sold as an upgrade for use with a certain make and models of motocross motorcycles. The clamps are black in color and display the Universal logo on each end and the name "UNIVERSAL" on one side. They were ordered under part numbers 1025-40-0618 and 1025-40-0678.