CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
- Problem
- KYMCO (KYMCO USA) is recalling certain model year 2016 K-Pipe motorcycles manufactured March 1, 2016, to May 25, 2016. In the affected models, the gear shift pattern was assembled in a reverse sequence when compared to the standard setup. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
- Risk
- If the motorcycle shifts opposite of other motorcycles, a rider may be confused and may select the wrong gear, adversely affecting control of the motorcycle and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- KYMCO will notify owners, and dealers will repair the motorcycles, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact KYMCO customer service at 1-888-235-3417.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2016 motorcycles built between March 1, 2016 and May 25, 2016, the gear shift pattern was assembled in the reverse of the standard sequence. This means the motorcycle does not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 123 for motorcycle controls and displays.
Because the shift pattern is opposite to what most other motorcycles use, a rider may become confused and select the wrong gear. This can affect control of the motorcycle and increase the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer will notify owners, and authorized dealers will repair the motorcycle free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners can contact KYMCO customer service at 1-888-235-3417 and should check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kymco K-Pipe | 2016 |
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