Husqvarna Recalls Closed-Course/Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard
Recall 13263 · Aug 13, 2013 · Husqvarna
260
units affected
260
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 13263
- Date
- Aug 13, 2013
- Company
- Husqvarna
- Units affected
- 260
- Product
- Husqvarna closed course/competition off-road motorcycles
- Product type
- Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves four 2013 models of Husqvarna closed course/competition motorcycles, including CR125, WR125, WR250 and WR300. The Husqvarna two-wheeled off-road motorcycles are white, red and black. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycle just below the tail end of the seat. Husqvarna is printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter D is a 2013 model.
What can happen
The motorcycle's throttle cable can malfunction so the rider loses speed control, posing a crash hazard.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Husqvarna motorcycles and contact an authorized Husqvarna dealer to schedule a free repair.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- Motorcycle shops nationwide from October 2012 through June 2013 for between $6,300 and $7,100.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled husqvarna closed course/competition off-road motorcycles?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Husqvarna motorcycles and contact an authorized Husqvarna dealer to schedule a free repair.
What is the hazard?
The motorcycle's throttle cable can malfunction so the rider loses speed control, posing a crash hazard.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.