Renthal Recalls Motorcycle Clip-on Handlebars Due to Crash Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2017-09-21). Hazards: crash. About 3,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 17230 |
| Published | 2017-09-21 |
| Last updated | 2017-09-21 |
| Products | Gen1 and Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on handlebars |
| Firm named in the title | Renthal |
| Firms | Renthal, of Cheshire, United Kingdom (manufacturer); Tucker Rocky Corporation, Inc., of Ft. Worth, Texas (importer); LeMans Corporation, of Janesville, Wis. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | United Kingdom |
| Units (US) | 3,000 |
| Hazard classes | crash |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Renthal motorcycle dealers nationwide from April 2009 through July 2017 for about $215. |
Description
This recall involves all Gen 1 and Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on aluminum handlebars for motorcycles distributed or sold for use on non-public roads. Gen 1 handlebars have a golden 40 mm tube with a black clamp and texturized gray end cover. Renthal and adjustability markings are etched on the tube and on the clamp. Gen 2 handlebars have a silver 20 mm tube with a black tip on one end and a two-screw clamp on the other end. Renthal is printed on the clamp. Gen 1 Gen 2 CL100 CL101 CL102 CL103 CL104 CL105 CL106 CL107 CL108 CL109
Hazard
The handlebar clamp can crack and fail, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and contact Renthal for free replacement handlebars.
Incidents and injuries
Renthal has received 22 reports of handlebars cracking. No injuries have been reported.
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