Severity
Moderate
CPSC recall · Reported March 5, 2009
Engine stress could cause the connecting rods to crack and the engine to lock up, posing a crash hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves the following connecting rods and crankshaft assemblies used in off-… - a moderate-severity action.
Off-Road Bike Engine Parts Recalled by Wiseco Due to Crash Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 5, 2009. Reason: Engine stress could cause the connecting rods to crack and the engine to lock up, posing a crash hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should stop using off-road bikes on which the recalled connecting rods and cran…. Verify recall #09142 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Engine stress could cause the connecting rods to crack and the engine to lock up, posing a crash hazard..
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09142 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This CPSC action (record #09142) was formally reported on March 5, 2009. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 420.
The documented reason for this recall is: Engine stress could cause the connecting rods to crack and the engine to lock up, posing a crash hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using off-road bikes on which the recalled connecting rods and crankshaft assemblies were installed and immediately contact Wiseco for free replacement parts and repair, or a fu… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
About 420
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
This recall involves the following connecting rods and crankshaft assemblies used in off-road dirt bike engines. Wiseco's identification number can be found on the neck of the connecting rods between the two circular ends. The part number and date code can be found on the product's packaging. Identification Number (on engine part) Part Number (on packaging) Part Type Dates Sold WR10082 WPC139 YZ450F Crank Assembly 02/20/08 - 12/15/08 WR10081 WPC140 YZ250F Crank Assembly 03/03/08 - 12/15/08 WR10081 WPC141 WR250F Crank Assembly 03/01/07 - 12/15/08 WR10086 WPC144 KX250F/RMZ250 Crank Assembly 08/20/08 - 12/15/08 WR10082 WPC145 WR450F Crank Assembly 08/08/08 - 12/15/08 WR10081 WPR196 YZ/WR250F Connecting Rod 07/01/07 - 12/15/08 WR10082 WPR197 YZ/WR450F Connecting Rod 01/20/08 - 12/15/08
Engine stress could cause the connecting rods to crack and the engine to lock up, posing a crash hazard.
Consumers should stop using off-road bikes on which the recalled connecting rods and crankshaft assemblies were installed and immediately contact Wiseco for free replacement parts and repair, or a full refund if the consumer has already replaced the recalled engine parts.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 09142 |
| Date reported | March 5, 2009 |
| Date initiated | March 5, 2009 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 420 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should stop using off-road bikes on which the recalled connecting rods and crankshaft assemblies were installed and imm…
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