San Jose Motorcycle Defect and Recall Lawyer
When the Bike Fails You, the Manufacturer Should Answer for It.
A defective brake, frame, tire, or helmet can put a careful rider on the pavement. Our San Jose attorneys hold manufacturers and sellers accountable for motorcycle defects, and help riders with recalled bikes understand their rights.
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You Rode Carefully. The Motorcycle Didn't Hold Up Its End.
Most motorcycle crash claims are about another driver. Some aren’t. When brakes fade, a tire fails, handlebars lock, or a frame cracks, even the most experienced rider can lose control, and the injuries are just as serious as any collision. Manufacturers have a legal duty to test their products and sell motorcycles and gear that are safe to use. When they cut corners, they can be held responsible.
You may have a defect claim if:
Your brakes, tires, handlebars, frame, or fuel tank failed while you were riding normally
Your helmet or protective gear broke apart or failed to protect you
Your motorcycle was under a recall that wasn't repaired, or the repair didn't fix the problem
The crash had no obvious cause, and no other driver was to blame
Defect cases are technical, and the evidence is the motorcycle itself. The sooner we see it, the stronger your claim.
What to Do If You Suspect a Defect
Get medical care first.
Your health comes before anything else, and your treatment records are part of the claim.
Don't repair, sell, or scrap the motorcycle.
The bike is the key evidence. Ask the tow yard or storage lot to hold it as it is.
Keep broken parts and gear together.
A snapped lever, a shredded tire, or a cracked helmet can be what proves the case.
Gather your purchase, warranty, and service records.
They show the bike’s history and help rule out wear or poor maintenance.
Save every recall notice and letter from the manufacturer.
Write down when each one arrived and what the dealer told you.
Talk to us before the dealer, manufacturer, or insurer inspects the bike.
An inspection without your own expert present can put key evidence at risk.
Who Pays When a Defect Causes the Crash
The manufacturer
A company that designs, builds, or sells a defective motorcycle, part, or piece of gear can be responsible for the injuries it causes when the product was used as intended.
The seller or dealer
Those who put the defective product in your hands may share responsibility with the company that made it.
Another driver who contributed
A defect and a careless driver can combine to cause one crash. We pursue both.
Your full losses
Medical expenses, lost pay, and the physical, emotional, and psychological pain and suffering the crash caused.
How We Build a Motorcycle Defect Case
Manufacturers defend defect claims with engineers and lawyers of their own. We answer with evidence, gathered carefully so nothing is lost or altered:
- Secure storage of the motorcycle, parts, and gear in their post-crash condition
- Independent engineering inspection of the failed component
- Recall history, service bulletins, and similar complaints about the same model
- Service and maintenance records that rule out wear or improper repairs
- Crash reconstruction showing how the failure caused you to lose control
- Review of everyone in the chain: the manufacturer, the parts supplier, and the seller
If another driver also played a part, we pursue that claim alongside the defect claim, so no source of recovery is overlooked.
California Defect and Recall Law: What Riders Should Know
Manufacturers must sell safe products
A manufacturer has a duty to test its products and keep dangerous ones off the market. When a design or manufacturing defect injures someone using the product reasonably and as intended, the manufacturer can be held liable.
A recall doesn't end the manufacturer's responsibility
Federal and state law require manufacturers to remedy defective products and safety problems. A recall notice doesn’t excuse a defect that injures you, and an unrepaired recall can be important evidence.
Lemon law covers motorcycles too
California’s lemon law gives owners a remedy when a motorcycle sold under a manufacturer’s warranty has defects that aren’t fixed, and a willful violation can increase what the manufacturer owes. That’s separate from an injury claim, and some riders have both.
Deadlines apply
You generally have two years from the date of injury to file an injury lawsuit. Defect cases take time to investigate, so call early.
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San Jose Motorcycle Defect and Recall FAQs
What are the most common motorcycle defects?
Defective frames, faulty gas tanks, brake system failures, malfunctioning handlebars, defective tires, and faulty safety gear are among the defects that lead to crashes and recalls.
Can I bring a claim if my helmet or gear was defective?
Yes. Helmets and protective gear are products too. If a helmet broke apart or a piece of gear failed to protect you as it should have, the manufacturer or seller may be responsible for your injuries.
My motorcycle was recalled, but the repair was never done. Do I have a claim?
Possibly. It depends on what the defect was, when the notice came, and what the dealer and manufacturer did about it. Bring us the notice and your service records, and we’ll sort out who is responsible.
Is a lemon law claim the same as an injury claim?
No. A lemon law claim is about a defective motorcycle under warranty: getting it repaired, replaced, or bought back. An injury claim compensates you for the harm a defect caused. Some riders have both.
How do you prove a part was defective?
With the part itself. Engineers inspect the failed component, compare it with the design and with similar failures, and rule out wear, damage, or poor repairs. That’s why preserving the motorcycle is so important.
What if another driver was also involved?
We pursue every responsible party. A defect can combine with a careless driver’s mistake, and each can share responsibility for your injuries.
How long do I have to file?
Generally two years from the date of your injury for a lawsuit. Defect cases need expert inspection and research, so it’s best to start well before the deadline.
What does it cost to hire you?
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency and are paid only if we recover compensation for you.
Get Your Free, Confidential Case Review, 24/7
The motorcycle is your most important evidence, and it’s easy to lose to a repair shop or salvage yard. Call now or send the form; we respond fast, 24/7, in English, Spanish, or Korean. Your consultation is free and confidential. No fee unless we win.
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San Jose, CA 95126
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