CPSCSeptember 21, 2017

Renthal Motorcycle Clip-on Handlebars recall: Crash Hazard

Renthal Recalls Motorcycle Clip-on Handlebars Due to Crash Hazard

Why was Renthal Motorcycle Clip-on Handlebars recalled?

The handlebar clamp can crack and fail, posing a crash hazard.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and contact Renthal for free replacement handlebars. Contact: Renthal toll-free at 877-736-8425 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.renthalroad.com and click "Clip-on Recall" in the middle of the page for more information.

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
Gen1 and Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on handlebars
Company
Renthal, of Cheshire, United Kingdom, Tucker Rocky Corporation, Inc., of Ft. Worth, Texas, LeMans Corporation, of Janesville, Wis.
Quantity
3000
Sold at
Renthal motorcycle dealers nationwide from April 2009 through July 2017 for about $215.
Recall date
September 21, 2017
Incidents / injuries
Renthal has received 22 reports of handlebars cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves all Gen 1 and Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on aluminum handlebars for motorcycles distributed or sold for use on non-public roads. Gen 1 handlebars have a golden 40 mm tube with a black clamp and texturized gray end cover. Renthal and adjustability markings are etched on the tube and on the clamp. Gen 2 handlebars have a silver 20 mm tube with a black tip on one end and a two-screw clamp on the other end. Renthal is printed on the clamp. Gen 1 Gen 2 CL100 CL101 CL102 CL103 CL104 CL105 CL106 CL107 CL108 CL109

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