The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·16255·Announced 2016-09-01

KTM and Husqvarna Recall 2016 Motocross Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard

KTM North America is recalling about 920 model year 2016 KTM and Husqvarna motocross motorcycles because a connecting rod can fracture, causing a crash.

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 where a mechanical failure can cause a crash, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported.

Plain-English summary

KTM North America, Inc. is recalling about 920 model year 2016 KTM and Husqvarna brand motocross competition off-road motorcycles. The recall involves 250cc, 4-cycle engines. The recalled KTM 250 SX-F motorcycles are orange and black, while the KTM 250 SX-F Factory Edition motorcycles are orange and blue. The recalled Husqvarna FC 250 motorcycles are white with blue and yellow markings. 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.

The connecting rod in the crankshaft assembly can fracture, causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle and crash. The firm has received five reports of the rod cracking. No injuries have been reported.

The 2016 KTM Motorcycles were sold at KTM authorized dealers nationwide from October 2015 through March 2016 for between $8,400 and $9,100. The 2016 Husqvarna Motorcycles were sold at Husqvarna Motorcycles authorized dealers nationwide from October 2015 through March 2016 for about $8,400. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers may also contact KTM North America/Husqvarna Motorcycles North America toll-free at 888-985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.ktmusa.com or www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com.

The recalled product

Product
Motocross competition off-road motorcycles
Manufacturer
KTM North America, Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Category
Vehicle — Off-Road Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
920

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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