Recall 13-263, published August 13, 2013
Husqvarna closed course/competition off-road motorcycles
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
WR125The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycle just below the tail end of the seat.
Which products are included?
This recall involves four 2013 models of Husqvarna closed course/competition motorcycles, including CR125, WR125, WR250 and WR300. The Husqvarna two-wheeled off-road motorcycles are white, red and black. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycle just below the tail end of the seat. Husqvarna is printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter D is a 2013 model.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The motorcycle's throttle cable can malfunction so the rider loses speed control, posing a crash hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Husqvarna motorcycles and contact an authorized Husqvarna dealer to schedule a free repair.
- Brand
- Husqvarna Motorcycles SRL
- Recall published
- August 13, 2013
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 260
- Sold at / sales period
- Motorcycle shops nationwide from October 2012 through June 2013 for between $6,300 and $7,100.
