The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·21733·Announced 2021-03-25

KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS Recall Competition Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard

KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS are recalling about 1,470 model year 2021 closed course competition motorcycles because the drive chain can break, 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 AG, of Austria, is recalling about 1,470 model year 2021 KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS closed course competition motorcycles. The affected models include the KTM 250 SX, 250 SX-F, 350 SX-F, and 450 SMR; Husqvarna TC 125 and FC 250; and GASGAS MC 125, MC 250F, and MC 450F. These motorcycles were sold nationwide through authorized dealers from June 2020 through February 2021 for between $6,800 and $11,400.

The recall is due to a defect where the drive chain can break, which poses a crash hazard and potential property damage. No incidents or injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM, Husqvarna, or GASGAS dealer to schedule a free repair, which involves replacing the drive chain. KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS are contacting all purchasers directly. Consumers can also call KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles North America toll-free at 888-985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company websites for more information.

The recalled product

Product
KTM, Husqvarna and GASGAS closed course competition motorcycles
Manufacturer
KTM AG, of Austria
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
1,470

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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