RecalledRecall 08-510Published

KTM North America All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure

Hazard
See the notice
Units
About 270 units
Incidents
None reported
Remedy
See the notice

CPSC recall 08-510, announced October 22, 2007, covers KTM North America All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) (about 270 units). The rear brake caliper support can crack; this could result in the potential for a loss of the use of the rear brake and subsequently lead to an accident. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Recall contact: call (888) 985-6090, or go to www.ktmnorthamerica.com.

What to check on the product label

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

Additional identifying details

Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 450XC, 525XC.

Which products are included?

This recall involves KTM model year 2008 450XC and 525XC ATVs. The ATVs are orange and black in color and have 450XC and 525 XC branded on the side as well as the KTM™ logo.

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The rear brake caliper support can crack; this could result in the potential for a loss of the use of the rear brake and subsequently lead to an accident.

Incidents and injuries

None reported.

Official remedy

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs have been sent via U.S. mail a safety recall notice from KTM on September 4, 2007.

Product and sales details

Recall number
08-510
Units
About 270
Manufactured in
Austria
Sold at / sales period
KTM dealers nationwide from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $8,800 and $9,000.
Distributor
KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio

All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

CPSC product type: All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

Recall contact information

For additional information, please contact KTM toll-free at (888) 985-6090 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ktmnorthamerica.com

Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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