2016 Ural Gear-Up recalls and problems

The 2016 Ural Gear-Up has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ural dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2016 Ural Gear-Up vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Ural Gear-Up recalls

Recall 22V-431: Wheels

Reported Jun 16, 2022 · 3,250 vehicles affected · Irbit Motorworks of America, Inc.

Problem: Irbit Motorworks of America, Inc. (Irbit) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Ural Gear Up, Ural Patrol (T), Ural Retro, 2012-2015 Ural Tourist (T), and 2015-2017 Ural cT motorcycles. The wheel spokes may have been improperly tightened, which can damage the rims or cause a wheel lock-up.

Risk: Damaged rims or a wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the wheel rims, spokes, tubes, and rim strips, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Irbit customer service at 1-425-702-8484. This recall excludes wheel rims previously replaced by warranty and/or under NHTSA Recall No. 13V-507.

2016 Ural Gear-Up problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Wheels	1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Ural Gear-Up complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Wheels · reported Apr 16, 2026

Ural has had a warranty/recall notice in place for at least 3 years due to a known safety issue with the spokes/wheels on their motorcycles. I've been waiting since summer 2023 to have the recall work completed. My nearest dealer contacted me in February notifying me that the warranty work was approved. I brought in my Ural to the same dealer on March 28. Now, April 16, the dealer is telling me I need to pay for the recall work out of pocket (instead of covered by Ural [OEM] as originally agreed upon, because Ural is not paying the dealer in a timely manner. The dealer has told me that Ural…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Ural Gear-Up have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Ural Gear-Up: 22V-431 (wheels). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ural Gear-Up?

Owners report wheels problems most often (1 reports).

Are Ural recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ural dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.