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KTM North America Recalls Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Reported: December 30, 2015 Initiated: December 30, 2015 #16718

Product Description

This recall involves model year 2015 and 2016 KTM brand Freeride 250R motorcycles with 250cc and 2-cycle engines. The recalled KTM 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. Model year 2015 motorcycles have the letter F in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head. Model year 2016 motorcycles have the letter G in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head.

Reason for Recall

Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product directly.

Details

Units Affected
About 550
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/KTM-North-America-Recalls-Competition-Motorcycles

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves model year 2015 and 2016 KTM brand Freeride 250R motorcycles with 250cc and 2-cycle engines. The recalled KTM 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. Model year 2015 motorcycles have the letter F in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head. Model year 2016 motorcycles have the letter G in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head.. Recalled by KTM Motorrad AG, of Austria. Units affected: About 550.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product directly.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 30, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16718.

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