CPSC2026-08-20PHYSICAL HAZARD

KTM North America recalls Husqvarna and GASGAS off-road motorcycles for brake failure risk

Nationwide distributionConsumer goods

What this means

The rear brake caliper on certain 2021–2024 Husqvarna and GASGAS off-road motorcycles can crack or break, which reduces braking power and increases the risk of a crash. About 21,040 motorcycles are affected. No injuries have been reported so far.

Stop riding the recalled motorcycle immediately.
Contact an authorized Husqvarna or GASGAS dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Refer to the VIN and model year on the right side of the steering head to confirm whether your motorcycle is affected.

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The VIN number is located on the right side of the steering head. (which is in the same location for all makes and models)

The agency's original wording

Hazard

The rear brake caliper can crack or break, reducing the brake system's effectiveness, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to crash hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should stop riding the recalled motorcycles immediately and contact an authorized GASGAS or Husqvarna Motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealership.

Intended for

Adults

Illnesses reported

None reported

Sold at

GASGAS and Husqvarna authorized dealers nationwide from September 2020 through June 2023 for between $7,300 and $13,000.

Affected count

About 21,040 (In addition, about 4,140 were sold in Canada)

Injuries reported

None reported

Manufactured in

Austria

Remedy type

Repair

Products

GASGAS and Husqvarna Off-Road Motorcycles

Consumer contact

GASGAS and Husqvarna toll-free at 888-985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at https://www.gasgas.com/en-us.html or https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/en-us.html and click on "Safety Recall Information" located at the bottom of the page. Consumers can check the vehicle identification number (VIN) number at https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/en-us/service/recalls-check.html or https://www.gasgas.com/en-us/service/recalls-check.html to determine if their unit is affected.

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/KTM-North-America-Recalls-Off-Road-Motorcycles-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Crash-Hazard

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