CPSC2016-09-01
KTM North America Recalls Motocross Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard
KTM North America, Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Hazard
The connecting rod in the crankshaft assembly can fracture, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair.
Sold at
2016 KTM Motorcycles were sold at KTM authorized dealers nationwide from October 2015 through March 2016 for between $8,400 and $9,100. 2016 Husqvarna Motorcycles were sold at Husqvarna Motorcycles authorized dealers nationwide from October 2015 through March 2016 for about $8,400.
Affected count
About 920
Injuries reported
The firm has received five reports of the rod cracking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Austria
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Motocross competition off-road motorcycles
Consumer contact
KTM North America/Husqvarna Motorcycles North America toll-free at 888-985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.ktmusa.com or www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com and click on "Service" and then "Safety" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/KTM-North-America-Recalls-Motocross-Competition-Off-Road-MotorcyclesDon't want to check this manually?
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