Recalls Of The Day, October 25, 2012

The National Highway Traffic Safety Adminstration has issued four recalls. Brake failure, doors that open unexpectedly, electrical shock and fire are subjects of these recalls. 

If your vehicle is affected please have it repaired as soon as possible.

For more information about these recalls contact your dealership, manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): H-D / VRSCDX 2012-2013 Manufacturer: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY Report Receipt Date: OCT 18, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V503000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,798

Summary: Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling all model year 2012 and certain model year 2013 VRSCDX motorcycles manufactured from June 14, 2011, through August 1, 2012. The license plate bracket assembly's mounting screws may loosen and the assembly may separate from the rear fender. This condition may lead to contact with the rear tire which could cause the license plate bracket to rotate, possibly damaging the rear brake line.

Consequence: If the license plate bracket contact with the rear brake line remains undetected, it may affect rear brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash, which could lead to injury or death of the rider.

Remedy: Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair any affected motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or about, November 5, 2012. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson at 1-414-343-4056.

Notes: This is Harley-Davidson recall 0148. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): BMW / 745I 2005 BMW / 745LI 2005 BMW / 750I 2006-2007 BMW / 750LI 2006-2007 BMW / 760I 2005-2006 BMW / 760LI 2005-2007 Manufacturer: BMW of North America, LLC Report Receipt Date: OCT 17, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V504000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Potential Number of Units Affected: 7,485 Summary: BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertantly open. Consequence: The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Remedy: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall is expected to begin in November 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Equipment Brand Name / Part No. or Model No.: Production Dates: GE / RV POWER OUTLET/PEDESTAL MAY 21, 2012 - JUL 22, 2012 HERITAGE / RV POWER OUTLET/PEDESTAL MAY 21, 2012 - JUL 22, 2012 MIDWEST ELECTRIC / RECEPTACLE Information not Available Manufacturer: GE Industrial Solutions Report Receipt Date: OCT 09, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12E039000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number of Units Affected: 3,069 Summary: The General Electric Company (GE) is recalling certain Midwest brand 30A, 125V AC, 3 wire plug-in receptacles used in recreational vehicle power outlets and pedestals that are branded Midwest, GE or Heritage. The affected receptacles may have been sold separately as replacement parts or as part of an outlet or pedestal. These outlets or pedestals are typically located at campgrounds or recreational vehicle parks but could also be installed at a private residence. The receptacles were produced from May 21, 2012, through July 22, 2012. The receptacles may have an ineffective ground clip resulting in an incomplete electrical ground connection. Consequence: If the user touches an affected plug, conditions may exist in which the user receives an electrical shock. Remedy: GE will notify owners, and replace the receptacles free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during October 2012. Owners may contact GE at 1-866-855-8504. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Equipment Brand Name / Part No. or Model No.: Production Dates: RICON / K2005 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / K2010 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / K5505 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / K5510 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / S2003 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / S2005 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / S2010 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / S5505 AUG 01, 2006 - RICON / S5510 AUG 01, 2006 - Manufacturer: Ricon Corporation Report Receipt Date: OCT 03, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12E038000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: EQUIPMENT Potential Number of Units Affected: 3,780 Summary: Ricon is recalling certain S series and K Series wheelchair lifts manufactured after August 1, 2006, and equipped with an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover. Consequence: The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire. Remedy: Ricon will notify the affected vehicles manufacturers and will provide a supplemental cover kit and instructions, free of charge. This recall campaign is expected to begin Novermber 1, 2012. Owners may contact Ricon at 1-818-267-3000. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.