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Chicago Scooter Company GO. Recall 16V607: Front wheel bearings may fail, risking loss of control

NHTSA campaign 16V607, reported August 22, 2016, 778 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2016-2017 GO. scooters built between September 22, 2015, and May 13, 2016, have front wheel bearings that may fail. A failed bearing can affect handling and may cause the rider to lose control of the scooter, which increases the risk of a crash.

The manufacturer will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will replace the entire front wheel at no cost to you. The recall began in September 2016. If you own one of these scooters, contact Chicago Scooter Company customer service at 1-773-433-1311 or [email protected], and check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V607Chicago Scooter Company, LLC
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Problem
Chicago Scooter Company (Chicago Scooter) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 go. scooters manufactured September 22, 2015, to May 13, 2016. These scooters have front wheel bearings that may fail, adversely affecting handling.
Risk
Front wheel bearing failure may result in a loss of control of the scooter, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chicago Scooter will notify owners, and dealers will replace the entire front wheel, free of charge. The recall began September 2016. Owners may contact Chicago Scooter customer service at 1-773-433-1311 or by email at [email protected].
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.

Affected vehicles

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