Recall 22V431 covers 3,250 2012-2017 Ural Ct, Retro, Patrol-T, Tourist-T, and Gear-Up motorcycles for wheel-rim damage. Repair is free at any franchised Ural dealer.
Ural is recalling 3,250 2012-2017 Gear-Up, Patrol-T, Retro, Tourist-T, and Ct motorcycles because improperly tightened wheel spokes can damage the rims or lock a wheel. Damaged rims or a wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash, and Ural dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The wheel rim on 2012-2017 Ural Ct, Retro, Patrol-T, Tourist-T, and Gear-Up motorcycles holds the tire and gives the spokes a fixed structure to pull against. The spokes tie the rim to the hub, keep the wheel round, and carry load from the motorcycle, sidecar, or spare wheel position as the motorcycle moves.
On the affected motorcycles, the spokes were tightened with too much torque during assembly. That over-tightening puts extra stress into the rim instead of leaving the wheel evenly tensioned. Over time, that stress can crack or damage the rim. A damaged rim can let the wheel deform, and the recall filing says the condition can lead to wheel lock-up.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the rim or spoke tension has already been damaged, the first sign can be a cracked rim, rim damage, or a wheel that locks while riding.
Who's affected?
Spans 5 Ural sidecar-motorcycle models across 6 model years, all using the same rear, sidecar, or spare wheel rim.
| 2015 Ural Ct | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2016 Ural Ct | wheel hardware |
| 2014 Ural Retro | wheel hardware |
| 2017 Ural Ct | wheel hardware |
| 2014 Ural Patrol-T | wheel hardware |
| 2017 Ural Retro | wheel hardware |
| 2015 Ural Tourist-T | wheel hardware |
| 2013 Ural Patrol-T | wheel hardware |
| 2013 Ural Tourist-T | wheel hardware |
| 2017 Ural Patrol-T | wheel hardware |
| 2012 Ural Retro | wheel hardware |
| 2017 Ural Gear-Up | wheel hardware |
| 2013 Ural Retro | wheel hardware |
| 2015 Ural Gear-Up | wheel hardware |
| 2015 Ural Patrol-T | wheel hardware |
| 2012 Ural Patrol-T | wheel hardware |
| 2012 Ural Tourist-T | wheel hardware |
| 2016 Ural Retro | wheel hardware |
| 2015 Ural Retro | wheel hardware |
| 2012 Ural Gear-Up | wheel hardware |
| 2016 Ural Patrol-T | wheel hardware |
| 2016 Ural Gear-Up | wheel hardware |
| 2014 Ural Gear-Up | wheel hardware |
| 2013 Ural Gear-Up | wheel hardware |
| 2014 Ural Tourist-T | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 3,250 |
| 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?
Damaged rims or a wheel lock-up increase the risk of a crash. Until the repair is complete, ride cautiously, pay attention to wheel behavior, and schedule service soon instead of waiting for the problem to worsen. Repair is free at any franchised Ural dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2017 Ural Ct, Retro, Patrol-T, Tourist-T, or Gear-Up motorcycle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ural dealer to schedule the free wheel rim, spoke, tube, and rim strip replacement that addresses rim damage and wheel lock-up risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Ural mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V431 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete. Stop using the motorcycle if the wheel feels loose, binds, or shows rim damage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ural technician replaces the wheel rims, spokes, tubes, and rim strips covered by recall 22V431. Parts and labor are free under the recall. This campaign excludes wheel rims that were already replaced under warranty or under recall 13V-507, so the service desk will confirm coverage before the work is ordered. If you already paid for this wheel repair before the recall notice, Irbit uses the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan. Bring receipts or repair documentation, and ask Ural customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 16, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 15, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| July 31, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 1, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 17, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V431?
Recall 22V431 covers 3,250 2012-2017 Ural Ct, Retro, Patrol-T, Tourist-T, and Gear-Up motorcycles with wheel spokes that were improperly tightened. The defect can damage the rims or cause a wheel lock-up, increasing crash risk. Ural dealers will replace the wheel rims, spokes, tubes, and rim strips for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2017 Ural Ct, Retro, Patrol-T, Tourist-T, or Gear-Up is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 22V431. If it is, contact a franchised Ural dealer to schedule the wheel repair. Reference recall number 22V431 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the Ural recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ural dealers will replace the wheel rims, spokes, tubes, and rim strips free of charge. The recall excludes wheel rims previously replaced under warranty or an earlier recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is rim damage or wheel lock-up. If the wheel locks while riding, the motorcycle can become harder to control and the risk of a crash increases. The free dealer repair replaces the affected wheel parts.
When were owners notified about recall 22V431?
Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. If you bought the motorcycle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Ural is included, then call a franchised Ural dealer with recall number 22V431.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V431000 |
|---|---|
| Ural customer service | 1-425-702-8484 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V431 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V431000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →