The problem
Motion pro is recalling 10,000 aftermarket brake levers, model no. 14-0415, Sold for use on certain my 1999 through 2008 suzuki and my 1998 through 2003 yamaha motorcycles. The lobe height on some of these levers are smaller and do not properly engage the stomp lamp switch which will not deactivate when the driver releases the brake lever. The lever can be identified by the marking "jy 378" at the base of the lever near the pivot bushing.
The risk
If this occurs, the stop lamp will remain on which could possibly result in a crash.
The fix
Motion pro will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The recall began on september 11, 2008. Owners may contact motion pro at 1-877-438-7831.
Contacts
This recall only pertains to aftermarket motion pro brake levers and has no relation to any original equipment installed on suzuki or yamaha motorcycles. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Suzuki, Yamaha dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08E052000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.