Recall 12V031000: 2009 Wildfire WF650-C

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 1, 2012
Vehicles affected
202
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Wildfire is recalling certain model year 2009 wf650-c motorcycles, manufactured from april 2008 through january 2009 for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 122, “motorcycle brake system.” as built, these motorcycles have a single brake fluid reservoir with a single filler opening and lack the required reservoir labeling. Warning lamps indicating brake failure are also absent.

The risk

Without the required brake reservoir label, operators may improperly maintain the brake system. With only a single brake fluid reservoir for the entire brake system and no brake failure indicator lamp, in the event of any brake fluid leak, the entire brake system could fail without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Wildfire will contact owners, and dealers will correct the motorcycles, free of charge. The recall began on april 18, 2012. Owners may contact wildfire at 1-740-283-6540.

Notes

Owners may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2009 Wildfire WF650-C

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V031000
Manufacturer
WILDFIRE MOTORS, INC.
Owner letters
Apr 18, 2012
Components
Service brakes, air:antilock:abs warning light (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology