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

Reported: November 3, 2016 Initiated: November 3, 2016 #17027

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

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

Details

Units Affected
About 1,200
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/KTM-North-America-Recalls-Closed-Course-Competition-Off-Road-Motorcycles

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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.. Recalled by KTM North America, Inc., of Amherst, Ohio. Units affected: About 1,200.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The front brake master cylinder can malfunction, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 3, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17027.

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