Recalls / 2016-11-03

KTM North America Recalls Closed-Course/Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard

17027 · Recalled 2016-11-03 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves model year 2017 KTM brand and Husqvarna motorcycles brand closed-course/competition only motorcycles. Five KTM models are being recalled: 150 XC-W, 250 XC-W, 300 XC-W, 350 SX-F and 450 XC-F. Three Husqvarna models are being recalled: TC 250, TX 300 and FC 350. Recalled KTM motorcycles are orange and black with the KTM logo and engine size on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Recalled Husqvarna motorcycles are white with blue and yellow markings and the Husqvarna logo on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The engine size is located on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Model year 2017 motorcycles have a letter "H" in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN), located on the right side of the steering head.

Hazards

The front brake master cylinder can malfunction, posing a crash hazard.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Closed-course/competition off-road motorcycles		About 1,200

Parties

Importer: KTM North America, Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Distributor: KTM North America, Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Made in: Austria
Sold at: KTM, Husqvarna Motorcycles authorized dealers nationwide, 000, $11, 000.

Consumer contact

KTM North America/Husqvarna Motorcycles North America toll-free at 888-985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://www.ktm.com/us/service/safety/ or www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com for more information.

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Location of the vehicle identification number

Source: CPSC recall 17027. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.