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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17E044000

K&N Powersports Oil Filter — Engine and engine cooling: engine

Published August 8, 2017 · Recall initiated: August 7, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17E044000, published August 8, 2017 and initiated August 7, 2017. Recalling firm: K&N Engineering, Inc.; K&N Powersports Oil Filter — Engine and engine cooling: engine.

What's the hazard

K&N Engineering, Inc. (K&N) is recalling certain Powersports Oil Filters, part number KN-204, manufactured between March 1, 2016 and September 30, 2016. These oil filters may leak from the oil filter canister at the removal nut area onto the rear tire or rear brake of the motorcycle.

What to do

K&N will notify the distributors that purchased the affected filters, and will replace the oil filters with an improved filter, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2017. Owners may contact K&N customer service at 1-800-643-6320 or by e-mail at recallkn204@knfilters.com.

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Recall details

Brand
K&N
Model
POWERSPORTS OIL FILTER
Manufacturer
K&N Engineering, Inc.
Lot
K&N POWERSPORTS OIL FILTER
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was K&N Powersports Oil Filter — Engine and engine cooling: engine recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17E044000 on August 8, 2017. Reported hazard: K&N Engineering, Inc. (K&N) is recalling certain Powersports Oil Filters, part number KN-204, manufactured between March 1, 2016 and September 30, 2016. These oil filters may leak from the oil filter canister at the removal nut area onto the rear tire or rear brake of the motorcycle.

What should I do if I have this product?

K&N will notify the distributors that purchased the affected filters, and will replace the oil filters with an improved filter, free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2017. Owners may contact K&N customer service at 1-800-643-6320 or by e-mail at recallkn204@knfilters.com.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: K&N. Model: POWERSPORTS OIL FILTER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)