NHTSA
BRAKING
08E052000
MOTION PRO, INC. Recall (Aug 2008)
MOTION PRO, INC. has issued a recall. AFTERMARKET BRAKE LEVERS
What you should do
- Read the official announcement before driving. If you notice a change in how the brakes feel, increased pedal travel, or a warning light, stop driving and arrange recovery rather than driving to a dealer. The repair is free.
- 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.
What happened
AFTERMARKET BRAKE LEVERS
IF THIS OCCURS, THE STOP LAMP WILL REMAIN ON WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.
Recall facts
- Recalling firm
- MOTION PRO, INC.
- Reason
- Braking
- Units affected
- 10,000
From the official announcement
NHTSA owner notification final · August 14, 2008
SAFETY RECALL NOTICE
Dear Motion Pro Customer:
This notice is set to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor
Vehicle Safety Act.
Motion Pro, Inc., has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in some of
its aftermarket motorcycle brake levers with Part Number 14-0415. The lever can be identified
by the marking “JY 378” at the base of the lever near the pivot bushing. However, the problem
associated with this defect can occur only when those brake levers are installed on the models of
Suzuki and Yamaha street motorcycles identified below.
Suzuki Model
Years Yamaha Model Years
DL 1000 2002-2008 YZF R1 1998-2003
DL 650 2004-2008
GSF 1200S 2001-2005
GSF 600S 2000-2003
GSX 1300R 1999-2007
GSXR 1000 2001-2004
GSXR 600 2001-2003
GSXR 750 1998-2003
SV 1000 2003-2005
SV 1000S 2003-2007
SV 650 1999-2003
SV 650S 1999-2008
TL 1000R 1999-2003
The Problem
When these Motion Pro brake levers are installed on the motorcycles identified above, they may
not properly engage the motorcycle’s stop lamp, due to a possible size mis-match between the
brake lever and the stop lamp switch. If there is a mis-match, the stop lamp on the motorcycle
will not deactivate when the driver releases the brake lever. If the stop lamp were to remain on,
a following driver would not be aware when the brakes on the motorcycle are applied, which
could increase the likelihood of a crash.
What You Should Do
If you own one of the motorcycles identified above, you should check to see whether a Motion
Pro 14-0415 brake lever has been insta…
Common questions
What is the danger?
IF THIS OCCURS, THE STOP LAMP WILL REMAIN ON WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
Where can I find more information?
Read the official NHTSA recall announcement, or browse all current food recalls.