Camso Recalls Dirt to Snow Bike Conversion Kits Due to Crash and Impact Hazards
Recall 18051 · Dec 1, 2017 · Camso
280
units affected
280
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 18051
- Date
- Dec 1, 2017
- Company
- Camso
- Units affected
- 280
- Product
- Camso dirt to snow bike conversion kits
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves model year 2017 Camso DTS 129 kits that are used to convert off road motorcycles or dirt bikes to track and ski vehicles. The kits have a serial number starting with 9025IUEXXXX located on the front right side of the undercarriage . DTS 129 and the Camso logo are printed on the side of the product.
What can happen
The pin that secures the brake pads can loosen, posing a crash or impact hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using bikes with the recalled conversion kits and contact an authorized Camso dealer for a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Camso has received 17 reports involving the DTS 129 brake systems not functioning correctly. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Powersports dealers nationwide from August 2016 through May 2017 for about $4,800.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled camso dirt to snow bike conversion kits?
Consumers should immediately stop using bikes with the recalled conversion kits and contact an authorized Camso dealer for a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The pin that secures the brake pads can loosen, posing a crash or impact hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.