KTM North America Recalls Husqvarna, KTM Brand Motocross Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

Competition off-road motocross motorcycles

Date of Recall

2016-01-14

CPSC Release Number

16-722

Manufactured In

KTM Motorrad AG, of Austria

Units

About 3,700

Importer

KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio

Sold By

KTM authorized dealers nationwide from March 2015 through October 2015 for between $6,800 and $9,400.

Problem/Hazard

The front wheel spoke assembly can fail, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.

Injuries/Incidents

The firm has received two reports of crashes as a result of a wheel spoke failure, including one report of a shoulder injury and three broken ribs.

Description

This recall involves model year 2016 Husqvarna TC and FC and KTM SX and SX-F motocross competition motorcycles with 250cc to 450cc, 4-cycle engines, and 125cc to 250cc, 2-cycle engines.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM/Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM/Husqvarna Motorcycles is contacting known consumers directly.

Consumer Contact

KTM North America and Husqvarna Motorcycles 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, then select Safety for more information.

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