The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·13203·Announced 2013-05-29

KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Recalled Due to Throttle Cable Malfunction

KTM North America is recalling about 7,000 KTM and Husaberg motorcycles because a malfunctioning throttle cable can cause an uncontrollable throttle, posing a crash hazard.

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 risk-of-harm product (motorcycle crash hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

KTM North America is recalling approximately 7,000 KTM and Husaberg competition/closed-course and enduro motorcycles. The recall covers eleven 2013 KTM models (85 SX, 85 SXS, 125 SX, 150 SX, 150 XC, 200 XC-W, 250 SX, 250 XC, 250 XC-W, 300 XC, and 300 XC-W) and two Husaberg models (TE 250 and TE 300) from the 2012 and 2013 model years. These motorcycles were sold nationwide through authorized dealerships between January 2012 and April 2013 for prices ranging from $5,300 to $8,450.

The recall is being issued because the throttle cable can malfunction during use, resulting in an uncontrollable throttle. This defect poses a crash hazard to the rider. The source text states that no injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact a KTM or Husaberg authorized dealer to schedule a free repair. For more information, consumers can call KTM North America or Husaberg North America toll-free at (888) 985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.ktm.com or www.husaberg.com to locate a service center.

The recalled product

Product
Competition/Closed Course and Enduro Motorcycles
Manufacturer
KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG, of Mattighofen, Austria
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycles
Hazard
Affected units
7,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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