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

Motorcycle Training Wheels

Date of Recall

2013-09-11

CPSC Release Number

13-281

Manufactured In

United States

Units

About 4,000

Distributor

LeMans Corporation Inc., of Janesville, Wis.

Manufacturer

Cambridge Metals & Plastics, a Division of Water Works Manufacturing Inc., of Cambridge, Minn.

Sold By

Motorcycle dealerships nationwide and at Mooseracing.com, Parts-unlimited.com and other online retailers from July 2012 through June 2013 for about $130.

Problem/Hazard

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

Injuries/Incidents

None reported

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.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled training wheels, remove them from the motorcycle and contact Cambridge Metal & Plastics to have them repaired free of charge.

Consumer Contact

Cambridge Metal & 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.

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