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KTM North America Recalls Motocross Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard

Reported: September 1, 2016 Initiated: September 1, 2016 #16255

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2016 KTM brand and Husqvarna Motorcycles brand motocross off-road motorcycles with 250cc, 4-cycle engines. Recalled KTM 250 SX-F motorcycles are orange and black with the KTM logo on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The engine size is printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Recalled KTM 250 SX-F Factory Edition motorcycles are orange and blue with the KTM and the Red Bull logos on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The number "13" is printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Recalled Husqvarna FC 250 motorcycles are white with blue and yellow markings. The Husqvarna logo and engine size are on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Model year 2016 motorcycles have a letter "G" in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN), located on the right side of the steering head.

Reason for Recall

The connecting rod in the crankshaft assembly can fracture, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair.

Details

Units Affected
About 920
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/KTM-North-America-Recalls-Motocross-Competition-Off-Road-Motorcycles

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model year 2016 KTM brand and Husqvarna Motorcycles brand motocross off-road motorcycles with 250cc, 4-cycle engines. Recalled KTM 250 SX-F motorcycles are orange and black with the KTM logo on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The engine size is printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Recalled KTM 250 SX-F Factory Edition motorcycles are orange and blue with the KTM and the Red Bull logos on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The number "13" is printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Recalled Husqvarna FC 250 motorcycles are white with blue and yellow markings. The Husqvarna logo and engine size are on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Model year 2016 motorcycles have a letter "G" in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN), located on the right side of the steering head.. Recalled by KTM North America, Inc., of Amherst, Ohio. Units affected: About 920.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The connecting rod in the crankshaft assembly can fracture, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 1, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16255.

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