Off-Road Motorcycles Recalled by KTM North America Due to Front Fork Failure
Recall 09740 · May 7, 2009 · KTM North America Inc.
550
units affected
550
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09740
- Date
- May 7, 2009
- Company
- KTM North America Inc.
- Units affected
- 550
- Product
- Off-Road Motorcycles
- Product type
- Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories
- Hazard
- Injury
The product
This recall involves model year 2009 KTM off-road motorcycles. The model name and KTM™ logo are located on the right and left shrouds. The following models are included in this recall:Model Name Description 125SX Orange / Black 150SX Orange / Black 250XC-W Orange / Black 300XC-W Orange / Black
What can happen
The front fork inner tube on the off-road motorcycles can crack and separate from the fork axle, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners the recalled off-road motorcycles are being sent a direct notice.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent possible injuries.
- Sold at
- KTM dealers nationwide from December 2008 through April 2009 for between $6,000 and $8,000.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled off-road motorcycles?
Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners the recalled off-road motorcycles are being sent a direct notice.
What is the hazard?
The front fork inner tube on the off-road motorcycles can crack and separate from the fork axle, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
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.