Key Takeaway

PERFORMANCE/MOTORCYCLE WHEELS by PERFORMANCE MACHINE, INC. was recalled on October 18, 2004. What to do: PERFORMANCE MACHINE WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE WHEEL WITH A REDESIGNED WHEEL OF THE SAME STYLE AND SIZE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL B...

NHTSA Ongoing

PERFORMANCE/MOTORCYCLE WHEELS

Recalled: October 18, 2004 ~1,545 units affected 04E079

Description

CERTAIN PERFORMANCE MACHINE REAR MOTORCYCLE WHEELS; MODELS HOOLIGAN-STYLE 16", 17", 18" DIAMETER FORGED WHEELS )ALL WIDTHS) MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 31, 2003, THROUGH JUNE 6, 2004, AND VADER-STYLE 18" DIAMETER FORGED WHEELS (ALL WIDTHS) MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 2 AND SEPTEMBER 14, 2004. THE AFFECTED WHEELS CAN DEVELOP A CRACK IN THE BASE OF THE SPOKE(S), POSSIBLY AFFECTING THE DURABILITY OF THE WHEEL WHICH COULD RESULT IN WHEEL FAILURE.

Injuries / Consequence

A CRASH COULD OCCUR SHOULD THE WHEEL FAIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURIES OR DEATH.

Remedy

PERFORMANCE MACHINE WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE WHEEL WITH A REDESIGNED WHEEL OF THE SAME STYLE AND SIZE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 1, 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR MOTORCYCLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT PERFORMANCE MACHINE'S CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-479-4037.

Products Affected

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Company Information

PERFORMANCE MACHINE, INC.

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How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: PERFORMANCE MACHINE WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE WHEEL WITH A REDESIGNED WHEEL OF THE SAME STYLE AND SIZE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN NOVEMBER 1, 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR MOTO...

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