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CPSC recall · Reported January 14, 2016

KTM North America Recalls Husqvarna, KTM Brand Motocross Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

The front wheel spoke assembly can fail, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.

Recall #
16722
Affected scope
About 3,700
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Ktm Motorrad Ag, of Austria recalled This recall involves model year 2016 Husqvarna TC and FC and KTM SX and SX-F motocross co….

KTM North America Recalls Husqvarna, KTM Brand Motocross Competition Off-Road Motorcycles… was recalled by Ktm Motorrad Ag, of Austria in January 14, 2016. Reason: The front wheel spoke assembly can fail, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authoriz…. Verify recall #16722 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ktm Motorrad Ag, of Austria issued this CPSC recall-The front wheel spoke assembly can fail, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16722 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 2016 Husqvarna TC and FC and KTM SX and SX-F motocross competition motorcycles with 250cc to 450cc, 4-cycle engines, and 125cc to 250cc, 2-cycle engines. Recalled Husqvarna motorcycles are blue, white and yellow and have the Husqvarna logo on both sides of the shroud covering the fuel tank. The model name and engine size are on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Recalled KTM motorcycles are orange, black and white with the KTM logo on both sides of the shroud covering the fuel tank. The model name and engine size are printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. 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 front wheel spoke assembly can fail, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM/Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM/Husqvarna Motorcycles is contacting known consumers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 16722
Date reported January 14, 2016
Date initiated January 14, 2016
Recalling firm Ktm Motorrad Ag, of Austria
Affected scope About 3,700
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/Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to s…

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model year 2016 Husqvarna TC and FC and KTM SX and SX-F motocross competition motorcycles with 250cc to 450cc, 4-cycle engines, and 125cc to 250cc, 2-cycle engines. Recalled Husqvarna motorcycles are blue, white and yellow and have the Husqvarna logo on both sides of the shroud covering the fuel tank. The model name and engine size are on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Recalled KTM motorcycles are orange, black and white with the KTM logo on both sides of the shroud covering the fuel tank. The model name and engine size are printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. 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.. Recalled by Ktm Motorrad Ag, of Austria. Units affected: About 3,700.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The front wheel spoke assembly can fail, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM/Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM/Husqvarna Motorcycles is contacting known consumers directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 14, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16722.
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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