K&n Engineering, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #17E044000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17E044000 by K&n Engineering, Inc.. Affecting powersports oil filters, part number kn-204, manufactured between march 1, 2016 and september 30, 2016 Includes 134,674 affected units, Oil can Leak onto the Rear Tire or Rear Brake, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

powersports oil filters, part number kn-204, manufactured between march 1, 2016 and september 30, 2016

Defect Summary

K&n engineering, inc. (k&n) is recalling certain powersports oil filters, part number kn-204, manufactured between march 1, 2016 and september 30, 2016. These oil filters may leak from the oil filter canister at the removal nut area onto the rear tire or rear brake of the motorcycle.

Corrective Action

K&n will notify the distributors that purchased the affected filters, and will replace the oil filters with an improved filter, free of charge. the recall began on october 6, 2017. owners may contact k&n customer service at 1-800-643-6320 or by e-mail at recallkn204@knfilters.com.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17E044000
Manufacturer: K&n Engineering, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2017-08-07T00:00:00
Subject: Oil can leak onto the rear tire or rear brake
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 134,674

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: K&n engineering, inc. (k&n) is recalling certain powersports oil filters, part number kn-204, manufactured between march 1, 2016 and september 30, 2016. These oil filters may leak from the oil filter canister at the removal nut area onto the rear tire or rear brake of the motorcycle.
Consequence Summary: An oil leak onto the rear tire or rear brake can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: K&n will notify the distributors that purchased the affected filters, and will replace the oil filters with an improved filter, free of charge. the recall began on october 6, 2017. owners may contact k&n customer service at 1-800-643-6320 or by e-mail at recallkn204@knfilters.com.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 9.75

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NHTSA ID: 17E044000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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