CPSC2009-05-07
Off-Road Motorcycles Recalled by KTM North America Due to Front Fork Failure
KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Hazard
The front fork inner tube on the off-road motorcycles can crack and separate from the fork axle, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners the recalled off-road motorcycles are being sent a direct notice.
Sold at
KTM dealers nationwide from December 2008 through April 2009 for between $6,000 and $8,000.
Affected count
About 550
Injuries reported
None reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent possible injuries.
Manufactured in
Austria
Products
Off-Road Motorcycles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact KTM toll-free at (888) 985-6090 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ktmnorthamerica.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Off-Road-Motorcycles-Recalled-by-KTM-North-America-Due-to-Front-Fork-FailureDon't want to check this manually?
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