Suzuki Australia has recalled the UK110 scooter over an engine stalling issue.
The official recall notice was issued through the Australian Competition and Consumer Council.
It says the fastening nut from the drive pulley on the CVT has been insufficiently tightened due to an improper tightening method and incorrect tightening torque.
During assembly, soldering flux may have been left on the contact terminals of the ignition switch base.
What are the hazards?
The recall notice warns that the nut may become loose and cause “abnormal noise or cause the machine not to run”.
“If the machine is continued to be ridden the flux could soften and could cause the machine to stop running,” it says.
Owners of the UK110 are advised to contact their nearest Suzuki dealer for an inspection and free replacement parts if required.
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS ON RECALLS
Recall notices are issued by the manufacturer through a voluntary industry code under the ACCC.
Despite hundreds of recalls by various automotive manufacturers, only a handful have been mandatory. All others have been issued by the manufacturer.
While any recall is not good news for the manufacturer, it shows that they are largely diligent in fixing problems.
In Australia, recalls are issued through the federal Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development (DIRD), Vehicle Safety Standards division (VSS), and posted by the Australian Consumer and Competition Competition Commission (ACCC).
If you believe there is an endemic problem with your bike that should be recalled, contact the ACCC on 1300 302 502.
To check whether your motorcycle has been recalled, click on these sites:
• USA
• UK