CPSC2018-03-07
Husqvarna Motorcycles Recalls Closed Course Competition Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
KTM AG, Austria
Hazard
The front brake master cylinder piston can crack, resulting in brake failure, posing a crash hazard to the rider.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair which involves installing a new machined aluminum front brake master cylinder piston. Husqvarna Motorcycles is contacting all purchasers directly.
Sold at
Husqvarna Motorcycles authorized dealers nationwide from September 2016 to December 2017 for between $10,000 and $10,500.
Affected count
About 160
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
Austria
Remedy type
Repair
Products
Husqvarna FS 450 closed course competition motorcycles
Consumer contact
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 http://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com and click on Service Information, then select Service Check for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Husqvarna-Motorcycles-Recalls-Closed-Course-Competition-Motorcycles-Due-to-Crash-Hazard-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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