Recall 16V864 covers 392 2015-2016 Csc Cyclone motorcycles missing a brake-fluid label. Contact Csc customer service for the free replacement label.
Csc is recalling 392 2015-2016 Cyclone motorcycles because a missing supplemental brake fluid label leaves out key instructions to clean the brake reservoir and use DOT 4 fluid from a sealed container. Incorrect fluid can damage the brake system and increase crash risk, and Csc dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On 2015-2016 Csc Cyclone motorcycles, the brake-fluid label is supposed to sit near the rear brake fluid reservoir. That label reminds the rider or technician to clean the reservoir before opening it and to use DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container. Those instructions matter because dirt, moisture, or the wrong fluid can contaminate the brake system.
On affected Cyclone motorcycles, the label was left off during final assembly. Csc traced the problem to an assembly check sheet that did not include the rear brake fluid label location. This recall is about missing brake-service instructions, not a different brake part.
Owners should look for the missing decal on the right side swing arm, behind the right footrest. There is no warning sign before failure from riding the motorcycle because the problem is the missing label itself.
Who's affected?
The same Cyclone motorcycles appear under label and hydraulic brake categories for the 2015 and 2016 model years.
| 2016 Csc Cyclone | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2016 Csc Cyclone | hydraulic brake system |
| 2015 Csc Cyclone | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2015 Csc Cyclone | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 392 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Without the supplemental brake fluid label, an operator can choose the wrong brake fluid. The wrong fluid can damage the brake system, reduce braking performance, and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign tied to the missing label, so confirm the recall status with your VIN and schedule the label correction. Repair is free at any franchised Csc dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Csc Cyclone is included in this recall.
- Contact Csc customer service at 1-800-884-4173 to request the free supplemental brake-fluid label.
- Install the label before adding brake fluid; it reminds riders to clean the brake reservoir and use DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container.
- Reference recall number 16V864 when you call so Csc can match your motorcycle to the correct remedy.
- Avoid adding brake fluid until the label is installed and you have the correct sealed DOT 4 brake fluid.
What happens at the repair
Csc provides the missing supplemental label free of charge. The label reminds the owner to clean the brake reservoir before adding brake fluid and to use DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container. The recall began in January 2017, so the remedy is available now. If you already paid out of pocket for work tied to this missing-label issue, CSC's general reimbursement plan applies to documented expenses. Keep any repair paperwork and ask CSC customer service how to submit it under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 30, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 1, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 1, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 30, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 6, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V864?
Recall 16V864 covers 392 2015-2016 Csc Cyclone motorcycles missing a supplemental brake fluid label. The label tells the rider to clean the brake reservoir before adding fluid and to use DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container. Csc provides the missing label free of charge.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Csc Cyclone is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 16V864. If it is, contact Csc customer service at 1-800-884-4173 and reference Csc recall number 16-0023810-18747-10. Csc provides the missing brake fluid label free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to correct the defect at no cost, and Csc states that it provides the missing supplemental brake fluid label free of charge. The recall began in January 2017, so the remedy is available now.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is incorrect brake fluid use. If the supplemental label is missing, a rider can add the wrong brake fluid, damage the brake system, and increase crash risk. Recall 16V864 addresses that label so owners get the correct brake-fluid instruction.
What if I bought my Csc Cyclone used?
The free recall remedy still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2015-2016 Csc Cyclone is included, then contact Csc customer service and reference recall number 16V864.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V864000 |
|---|---|
| Csc customer service | 1-800-884-4173 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V864 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V864000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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