Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported February 12, 2015
KTM North America Recalls KTM Brand and Husqvarna Brand Enduro Motorcycles Due to a Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The front fork pistons can become stuck within the fork leg and cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
The recall
KTM-Sportmotorcycle Ag, of Mattighofen, Austria issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The front fork pistons can become stuck within the fork leg and cause the operator to lose control of the mot….
- Moderate
- severity level
- February 12, 2015
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15718 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #15718) was formally reported on February 12, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. KTM-Sportmotorcycle Ag, of Mattighofen, Austria is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,864 KTM brand and 457 Husqvarna brand.
The documented reason for this recall is: The front fork pistons can become stuck within the fork leg and cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: 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 … — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Where this recall sits in the database
Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Affected scope
About 2,864 KTM brand and 457 Husqvarna brand
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
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.
Reason for recall
The front fork pistons can become stuck within the fork leg and cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
Remedy — what to do
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.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 15718 |
| Date reported | February 12, 2015 |
| Date initiated | February 12, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | KTM-Sportmotorcycle Ag, of Mattighofen, Austria |
| Affected scope | About 2,864 KTM brand and 457 Husqvarna brand |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by KTM-Sportmotorcycle Ag, of Mattighofen, Austria. Units affected: About 2,864 KTM brand and 457 Husqvarna brand.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The front fork pistons can become stuck within the fork leg and cause the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
What should consumers do? ▼
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.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 12, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 15718.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (15718) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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Data Sources
Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported February 12, 2015.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.
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Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA) Aggregated federal recall feeds Recall data normalized across FDA, CPSC and NHTSA feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type).