2015 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V279000
Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: TB1611
Manufactured Begin Date: December 1st, 2014
Manufactured End Date: December 11th, 2015
Date of Owner Notification: June 2nd, 2016

Defect Summary:
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 1290 Super Adventure motorcycles manufactured December 1, 2014, to December 11, 2015. These motorcycles have a rear shock absorber that may leak oil from the rebound damping plug, resulting in a loss of shock function.

Consequence Summary:
Loss of function of the rear shock may affect the handling of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rebound damping plug for leaking and replace the shock absorber, as necessary, and install a new version of the suspension control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2016. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is TB1611.

Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.