CPSC recall · Reported January 5, 2016
KTM North America Recalls Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The molded fuel hoses could leak fuel at the radius or the ends of the hose, posing a fire hazard.
The CPSC recalled This recall involves model year 2015 KTM SX-F Factory Edition and 2016 SX-F motocross mot….
KTM North America Recalls Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Fire Haza… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 5, 2016. Reason: The molded fuel hoses could leak fuel at the radius or the ends of the hose, posing a fire hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authoriz…. Verify recall #16719 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The molded fuel hoses could leak fuel at the radius or the ends of the hose, posing a fire hazard..
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- agency class
- January 5, 2016
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16719 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from CPSC - 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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Product description
This recall involves model year 2015 KTM SX-F Factory Edition and 2016 SX-F motocross motorcycles with 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 and "SX-F" are on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. 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. Model year 2016 motorcycles will have the letter G 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 molded fuel hoses could leak fuel at the radius or the ends of the hose, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM is contacting consumers directly.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16719 |
| Date reported | January 5, 2016 |
| Date initiated | January 5, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 1,800 |
| 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.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair.…
- Check the recall number (16719) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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