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KTM Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard Recall

Reported: May 15, 2025 Initiated: May 15, 2025 #25283 About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada) units

KTM AG, of Austria issued this CPSC recall on May 15, 2025. Classified as Moderate severity. Approximately About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada) units are affected. The recall was issued because: The front brake caliper can crack, reducing the braking system's effectiveness, posing a crash hazard.. This recall notice is sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #25283) was formally reported on May 15, 2025. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. KTM AG, of Austria is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records indicate About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada) units are affected, placing this recall in the million-unit bracket that typically triggers nationwide consumer alerts and retailer sweeps.

The documented reason for this recall is: The front brake caliper can crack, reducing the braking system's effectiveness, posing a crash hazard. 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 contact an authorized GASGAS Motorcycles or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair at the dea… — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 1 were also issued by CPSC. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 1 year old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Moderate

Units Affected

About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada)

Related Recalls

6

1 from same agency

Product Description

This recall involves model years 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Off-Road Motorcycles. The GASGAS off-road motorcycles are red with the white GASGAS logo on both sides of the shrouds. The Husqvarna motorcycles are white, blue and yellow with the Husqvarna logo on both sides of the shrouds. The 2022 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter N in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The 2023 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter P in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The 2024 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter R in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The 2025 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter S in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN number is located on the right side of the steering head. The following model numbers and model names are located on the rear fender or rear side panel. Model Year Husqvarna Models Model Year GASGAS Models Model Year GASGAS Models 2022 FE 350 2022 EC 250 2023 EX 350F BT 2022 FE 501 2022 EC 300 2023 EX 450F BT 2022 TE 150i 2023 EC 250 2023 MC 125 BT 2022 TE 250i 2023 EC 300 2023 MC 250 BT 2022 TE 300i 2023 EX 250 BT 2023 MC 250F BT 2023 FE 450 2023 EX 250F BT 2023 MC 350F BT 2023 FE 450 HERITAGE 2023 EX 300 BT 2023 MC 450F BT 2023 FX 350 BT 2024 EC 250 2024 EX 450F 2023 FX 350 HERITAGE BT 2024 EC 300 2024 MC 125 2023 FX 450 2024 EC 450F 2024 MC 250 2023 TE 150 2024 EW 500F 2024 MC 250F 2023 TE 250 2024 EX 250 2024 MC 350F 2023 TE 300 2024 EX 250F 2024 MC 450F 2023 TE 300 HERITAGE 2024 EX 300 2025 MC 125 2023 TX 300 BT 2024 EX 350F 2025 MC 150 2023 TX 300 HERITAGE BT 2025 EC 250 2025 MC 250 2024 FE 350w 2025 EC 300 2025 MC 250F 2024 FE 450 2025 EC 450F 2025 MC 300 2024 FE 501w 2025 EX 250 2025 MC 350F 2024 TE 150 2025 EX 250F 2025 MC 450F 2024 TE 250 2025 EX 300 2024 TE 300 2025 EX 350F

Reason for Recall

The front brake caliper can crack, reducing the braking system's effectiveness, posing a crash hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized GASGAS Motorcycles or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair at the dealership. It is necessary to have the front brake caliper inspected by an authorized dealer to determine if it is defective or not defective. KTM/GASGAS and Husqvarna Mobility are contacting all known purchasers directly.

Details

Recalling Firm
KTM AG, of Austria
Units Affected
About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada)

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 25283
Date reported May 15, 2025
Date initiated May 15, 2025
Recalling firm KTM AG, of Austria
Units affected About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada)
Distribution Not disclosed

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Scale of Impact

About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada) units affected — million-unit bracket.

Regional (<10K units)
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units) ✓ This recall

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves model years 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Off-Road Motorcycles. The GASGAS off-road motorcycles are red with the white GASGAS logo on both sides of the shrouds. The Husqvarna motorcycles are white, blue and yellow with the Husqvarna logo on both sides of the shrouds. The 2022 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter N in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The 2023 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter P in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The 2024 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter R in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The 2025 model year recalled motorcycles have the letter S in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN number is located on the right side of the steering head. The following model numbers and model names are located on the rear fender or rear side panel. Model Year Husqvarna Models Model Year GASGAS Models Model Year GASGAS Models 2022 FE 350 2022 EC 250 2023 EX 350F BT 2022 FE 501 2022 EC 300 2023 EX 450F BT 2022 TE 150i 2023 EC 250 2023 MC 125 BT 2022 TE 250i 2023 EC 300 2023 MC 250 BT 2022 TE 300i 2023 EX 250 BT 2023 MC 250F BT 2023 FE 450 2023 EX 250F BT 2023 MC 350F BT 2023 FE 450 HERITAGE 2023 EX 300 BT 2023 MC 450F BT 2023 FX 350 BT 2024 EC 250 2024 EX 450F 2023 FX 350 HERITAGE BT 2024 EC 300 2024 MC 125 2023 FX 450 2024 EC 450F 2024 MC 250 2023 TE 150 2024 EW 500F 2024 MC 250F 2023 TE 250 2024 EX 250 2024 MC 350F 2023 TE 300 2024 EX 250F 2024 MC 450F 2023 TE 300 HERITAGE 2024 EX 300 2025 MC 125 2023 TX 300 BT 2024 EX 350F 2025 MC 150 2023 TX 300 HERITAGE BT 2025 EC 250 2025 MC 250 2024 FE 350w 2025 EC 300 2025 MC 250F 2024 FE 450 2025 EC 450F 2025 MC 300 2024 FE 501w 2025 EX 250 2025 MC 350F 2024 TE 150 2025 EX 250F 2025 MC 450F 2024 TE 250 2025 EX 300 2024 TE 300 2025 EX 350F. Recalled by KTM AG, of Austria. Units affected: About 19,310 (In addition, about 3,870 in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The front brake caliper can crack, reducing the braking system's effectiveness, posing a crash hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized GASGAS Motorcycles or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair at the dealership. It is necessary to have the front brake caliper inspected by an authorized dealer to determine if it is defective or not defective. KTM/GASGAS and Husqvarna Mobility are contacting all known purchasers directly.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 15, 2025. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 25283.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (25283) 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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as moderate severity, indicating the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • 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)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product 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.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).