The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08510·Announced 2007-10-22

KTM Recalls 2008 ATVs Due to Rear Brake Caliper Support Cracking

KTM North America is recalling approximately 270 model year 2008 450XC and 525XC ATVs because the rear brake caliper support can crack, potentially causing brake failure.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake failure) that poses a risk of harm, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, aligning with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

KTM North America is recalling approximately 270 model year 2008 450XC and 525XC All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The recall involves orange and black ATVs with 450XC and 525 XC branding and the KTM logo on the side. These vehicles were sold at KTM dealers nationwide from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $8,800 and $9,000.

The recall is due to a defect where the rear brake caliper support can crack. This condition could result in the loss of use of the rear brake, which could subsequently lead to an accident. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. KTM sent a safety recall notice via U.S. mail on September 4, 2007. For additional information, consumers can contact KTM toll-free at (888) 985-6090 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.ktmnorthamerica.com.

The recalled product

Product
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Category
Vehicle — ATV
Hazard
Affected units
270

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same hazard · brake failure

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