NHTSA Recall 11V189000: Switch (electrical system)
ETON AMERICA LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25,176 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the E-Ton Matrix 50.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V189000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH |
| Report received | March 21, 2011 |
| Owner notification | April 14, 2011 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
E-ton is recalling certain model year 1999-2010 50cc and 150cc, beamer i, beamer ii, beamer iii, and model year 2007-2010 50cc and 150cc matrix motorcycles. The engine on/off switch should be located on the right side handlebar. The high/low beam light switch should be located on the left handlebar. These switch locations are reversed on the models listed above. The vehicles, therefore, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "motorcycle controls and displays."
Safety risk
The rider may get confused while using the handlebar switches causing the scooter to lose power during operation increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the scooters and reverse the function switch locations free of charge. Owner notifications are expected to be issued shortly. Owners may contact e-ton at 1-866-224-3318.
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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V189000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| E-Ton Matrix 50 | 2008, 2009 |
| E-Ton Matrix RX 150 | 2008, 2009 |
| E-Ton PN2 | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| E-Ton PN2B/BEAMER 50 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| E-Ton PN2C | 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| E-Ton PN2F/BEAMER RX 150 | 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| E-Ton PN2G | 2007 |
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.