CPSCJuly 18, 2007

Brake Cylinder Recalled By Magura USA for Brake Failure

Brake Cylinder Recalled By Magura USA for Brake Failure Hazard on Off-Road Motorcycles

Why was Brake Cylinder Recalled By Magura USA for Brake Failure recalled?

The brake cylinder on the off-road motorcycle can crack and result in brake failure. This poses a risk of severe injury or death to the driver.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the off-road motorcycles with recalled brake cylinders and contact Magura USA to receive a replacement product. Contact: For additional information, contact Magura USA at (800) 448-3876 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.magurausa.com - consumers can also email the firm at [email protected] or write to Magura USA at 724 West Clem Street, Olney, Ill. 62450.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders (used on off-road motorcyles)
Company
Gustav Magenwirth GmbH, of Bad Urach, Germany, Magura USA, of Olney, Ill.
Quantity
About 200
Sold at
Motorcycle dealers nationwide, mail-order catalogues and Web retailers from August 2005 through May 2007 for about $420.
Recall date
July 18, 2007
Incidents / injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves 190 Radial Brake Master Cylinders used on off-road motorcycles. The brake cylinders have an "A" or "B" code on the underside of the lever's pivot bolt. The Magura logo is printed on the cylinder. Brake cylinders without the "A" or "B" markings are not included in this recall.

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