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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 12V031📅 Feb 1, 2012

2009 Wildfire WF650-C recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
12V031000
Manufacturer
WILDFIRE MOTORS, INC.
Vehicles affected
202
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 18, 2012
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 12V031 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 12V031?

2009 Wildfire WF650-C. 202 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Wildfire dealer to book the free repair.