OHLINS OHLINS STEERING DAMPER Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
OHLINS STEERING DAMPER
Brand
OHLINS
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Ohlins Racing AB is recalling certain OHLINS STEERING DAMPER equipment due to equipment issues. If there is a crack in the steering bracket, as low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on BMW S1000RR and R1200R motorcycles. The affected brackets may crack.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If there is a crack in the steering bracket, as low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began on July 2, 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026