CPSC2013-05-29
KTM North America Recalls KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard
KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG, of Mattighofen, Austria
Hazard
During use, the throttle cable can malfunction and result in an uncontrollable throttle. This poses a crash hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled KTM and Husaberg motorcycles and contact a KTM or Husaberg authorized dealer to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
Authorized KTM and Husaberg dealerships nationwide from January 2012 to April 2013 for between $ 5,300 and $ 8,450.
Affected count
About 7,000
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
Austria
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Competition/Closed Course and Enduro Motorcycles
Consumer contact
KTM North America Inc. or Husaberg North America toll-free at (888) 985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.ktm.com, then click on Dealer & Service and select Service, or at www.husaberg.com, click on Dealers & Service, then select Service, then click on Service & Safety Check for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/KTM-North-America-Recalls-KTM-and-Husaberg-MotorcyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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