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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 8, 2011Serious
KTM North America Off-Road Motorcycles
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The motorcycle handlebar clamp can develop cracks during normal use causing the handlebars to move from their set position. This can result in the rider losing control of the vehicle, posing a fall or crash hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Injuries have already been reported.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact authorized KTM and Husaberg dealers to schedule a free repair.
Who to contact: For additional information, consumers should contact authorized KTM or Husaberg dealers. Authorized dealers can be located by going to www.ktm.com or www.husaberg.com. Consumers may also call KTM North America Inc. customer relations at (888) 985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday to Friday.
The product
This recall involves all 2011 KTM and Husaberg off-road/competition motorcycles. KTM models included in this recall: Engine Size Model 150 XC, SX 200 XC-W 250 XC, XC-W, XCF-W Six Days, SX, SX-F 300 XC, XC-W 350 SX-F 450 XC-W Six Days, SX-F 530 XC-W Six Days Husaberg models included in this recall: Engine Size Model 390 FE 450 FE, FX The affected Husaberg bikes are blue, yellow and white in color with the model name and Husaberg logo located on the right and left shrouds.
Details
- Units affected
- About 6,117
- Recall date
- September 8, 2011
- Brand
- KTM North America Inc., of Murrieta, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- KTM received a report of one incident in which the consumer was hospitalized from injuries received in a crash after the handlebar clamps cracked and failed to secure the handlebars.
Authorized KTM and Husaberg dealers nationwide from April 2010 through May 2011 for between $6,200 and $9,500
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “KTM North America Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Fall or Crash Hazard”
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