SSR Motorsports competition off-road motorcycle recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 15, 2019

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

SSR Motorsports Recalls Off-Highway Competition Motorcycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards (Recall Alert)

Recall number

19768

Brand / firm

Zhejiang Kayo Motor Co. Ltd., of China

Sold / distributed

Authorized SSR Motorsports dealers nationwide from February 2019 through June 2019 for between $800 and $1,200.

Why it was recalled

The vehicle's front fork assembly can fail during use, causing the rider to lose control, and result in a crash hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves two-wheeled 2019 SSR Motorsports competition off-road motorcycles with model numbers SR70Auto, SR70C, SR110Semi/DX, and SR125Auto. Only vehicles with the 2019 model year have the letter K in the 10th position of the 17-digit VIN number stamped on the right side of the steering stem. SSR Motorsports logo is printed on the left and right side panels of the motorcycles. The motorcycles are black, white, red, orange, green, or blue. These motorcycles are fitted with traditional style front forks. Their engine displacements are stamped on the right side of the engine cylinder wall in respect to their model numbers: 72cc, 107cc, and 124cc. VIN numbers can be verified through SSR dealers or SSR Motorsports.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled off-road motorcycles and contact their local SSR Motorsports dealer to schedule a free repair. SSR Motorsports is contacting registered owners directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.