KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles Recall Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
Recall 19735 · Apr 10, 2019 · KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles
780
units affected
780
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 19735
- Date
- Apr 10, 2019
- Company
- KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles
- Units affected
- 780
- Product
- KTM 50 SX and Husqvarna TC 50 motorcycles
- Remedy
- Repair
- Hazard
- Crash risk
The product
This recall involves model year 2019 KTM 50 SX and Husqvarna TC 50 closed course/competition motorcycles with 50cc 2-cycle engines. Only model year 2019 motorcycles that have the letter K in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number which is located on the right side of the steering head are included in the recall. The KTM motorcycles are orange and white with the KTM logo on both sides of the radiator shrouds covering the fuel tank. Printed on both side panels below the rear seat is 50 SX. The Husqvarna motorcycles are white, blue and yellow with the Husqvarna logo and TC 50 printed on both sides of the radiator shrouds covering the fuel tank.
What can happen
The throttle can become stuck in the open position, posing a crash hazard to the rider.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer, respective of their motorcycle brand, to schedule a free repair. KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles are contacting all known purchasers directly.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported
- Sold at
- KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles authorized dealers nationwide from March 2018 December 2018 for about $4,300.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled ktm 50 sx and husqvarna tc 50 motorcycles?
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer, respective of their motorcycle brand, to schedule a free repair. KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles are contacting all known purchasers directly.
What is the hazard?
The throttle can become stuck in the open position, posing a crash hazard to the rider.
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.