Recalls / 2013-09-11

Cambridge Metal & Plastics Recalls Motorcycle Training Wheels Due to a Crash Hazard

13281 · Recalled 2013-09-11 · CPSC page

Recalled training wheels mounted on a Yamaha TT-R50

Description

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.

Hazards

Bolts and nuts securing the wheel can loosen and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

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.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Motorcycle Training Wheels		About 4,000

Parties

Manufacturer: Cambridge Metals & Plastics, a Division
Distributor: LeMans Corporation Inc., of Janesville, Wis.
Made in: United States
Sold at: Motorcycle dealerships nationwide, at Mooseracing.com, Parts-unlimited.com, other 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.

More images

The training wheels attach to the underside of the motorcycle frame beneath the engine.

Source: CPSC recall 13281. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.