Recall 07V162000 — WHEELS Defect in 2005-2005 E-TON BEAMER II
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,008 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 07V162000 |
| Manufacturer | ETON AMERICA LLC |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,008 |
| Component | WHEELS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN SCOOTERS, THE REAR WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN DEVELOP STRESS CRACKS IN THE AREA AROUND WHERE THE BRAKE DRUM IS ATTACHED.
Safety Consequence
IF THE WHEEL IS NOT REPLACED,THE WHEEL COULD CONTINUE TO CRACK UNTIL THE BRAKE DRUM DETACHES FROM THE WHEEL OR THE WHEEL HUB SEPARATES FROM THE WHEEL RIM, LOSING CONTROL OR BRAKING TO THE UNITS REAR WHEEL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH AND PERSONAL INJURIES.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENTIRE REAR WHEEL ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 25, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ETON AT 866-224-3319.
Related Recalls for E-TON
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11V189000 | 2008 E-TON MATRIX 50 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | 25,176 |