Ohlins Ttx36 Shock Absorber recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 30, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ohlins Racing AB recalls Ohlins Ttx36 Shock Absorber

Recall number

15E025000

Brand / firm

Ohlins

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 964 units

Why it was recalled

If the piston rod nut loosens, shock absorber performance would be affected, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain TTX36 aftermarket motorcycle shock absorbers manufactured November 5, 2013, to February 20, 2015. A complete list of the affected models and the motorcycles that they fit can be viewed by clicking on file RCORRD-15E025-7729.pdf under Associated Documents. The nut on the damper rod for these shock absorbers may loosen, resulting in a loss of damping and the possible disassembling of the shock.

What to do

Ohlins will notify owners, and dealers will secure the rod nut, free of charge. Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the recall remedy has been performed. The recall is began in April 2015. Owners may contact Ohlins customer service at 1-800-336-9029.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.