NHTSA Recall 06V172000: Service brakes, hydraulic
IRBIT MOTORWORKS, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 89 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ural Retro.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V172000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | May 19, 2006 |
| Owner notification | May 25, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles equipped with hydraulic rear and/or sidecar brake systems, the brakes can overheat causing possible rear and/or sidecar wheel lock-up.
Safety risk
Overheated brake systems will result in insufficient braking power. Wheel lock-up may result in a loss of control of the motorcycle which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear and/or sidecar brake components free of charge. The recall began on may 25, 2006. Owners may contact irbit motorworks (ural) at 1-888-990-8484.
Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V172000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.