Ariel Motor Co ACE recall: Rear wheel may lock-up
- What's wrong
- The drive shaft universal joint bearing may fail because it has not been manufactured to specification which can lead to drive force being lost and in worst case scenario if the universal joint breaks it may interfere with the swing arm and cause the rear…
- What to do
- Contact a Ariel Motor Co dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the drive shaft.
What’s wrong
The drive shaft universal joint bearing may fail because it has not been manufactured to specification which can lead to drive force being lost and in worst case scenario if the universal joint breaks it may interfere with the swing arm and cause the rear wheel to lock-up. This may result in a reduction in stability control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the drive shaft.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE | 1 Mar 2015 | 1 Aug 2016 | 17 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 7 November 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.