CPSC recall 15-718, announced February 12, 2015, covers KTM-Sportmotorcycle Off-road motorcycles (about 2,864 units). The front fork pistons can become stuck within the fork leg and cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and schedule an appointment with an authorized KTM or Husqvarna dealer for a free recall service check. Recall contact: call (888) 985-6090, or go to www.ktmusa.com.
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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 125CC, 300CC, 2-CYCLE, 250CC, 450CC, 4-CYCLE, 10TH.
Which products are included?
This recall involves model year 2015 KTM brand and Husqvarna brand Enduro motorcycles with 125cc to 300cc, 2-cycle engines and 250cc to 450cc, 4-cycle engines. Recalled KTM motorcycles are orange and black with the KTM logo on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The engine size is printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Recalled Husqvarna motorcycles are white with blue and yellow markings. The Husqvarna logo and engine size are on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Model year 2015 motorcycles will have the letter F in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The front fork pistons can become stuck within the fork leg and cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
Incidents and injuries
None
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and schedule an appointment with an authorized KTM or Husqvarna dealer for a free recall service check. Recalled motorcycles will be repaired free of charge. KTM is contacting consumers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- KTM-Sportmotorcycle
- Manufacturer
- KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG, of Mattighofen, Austria
- Product type
- Off-road recreational vehicles
- Recall number
- 15-718
- Units
- About 2,864 KTM brand and 457 Husqvarna brand
- Manufactured in
- Austria
- Sold at / sales period
- KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles authorized dealers nationwide from June 2014 to October 2014 for between $6,000 and $11,000.
- Importer
- KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Off-road motorcycles
CPSC product type: Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories
Recall contact information
KTM North America Inc. toll-free at (888) 985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.ktmusa.com and click on Dealer and Service, then select Service or at www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com and click on Dealers and Services, then select Service Check for more information.
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