Steering damper bracket may fail, locking steering
Defect Summary
Ohlins racing ab (ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. these dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on yamaha r1, r6, and fz6, suzuki tl1000 r and gsx1300r, honda cb600rr, and ducati monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 998 motorcycles. also included are universal steering damper kits with part numbers sd 000 through sd 005. the affected brackets may crack.
Safety Consequence
If there is a crack in the steering bracket, at low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.
Corrective Action
Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. the recall began in november 2013. owners may contact ohlins usa at 1-828-692-4525. note: this recall is an expansion of recall 13e-034.
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FAQ: Recall 14E012000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14E012000?
NHTSA recall 14E012000 was issued by Ohlins Racing Ab on April 1, 2014. It addresses: Steering damper bracket may fail, locking steering. The recall affects approximately 2,827 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ohlins Racing Ab dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14E012000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.