KTM North America Recalls KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard

Active Recall Announced May 29, 2013 CPSC #13203

Quick answer

KTM North America Recalls KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard is CPSC recall #13203, announced on May 29, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall includes 13 models of KTM and Husaberg brand competition/closed-course and off-road motorcycles. Eleven 2013 KTM models are being recalled: 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. Two 2012 and 2013 Husaberg models are being recalled: TE 250 and TE 300. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycles below the tail end of the seat. The KTM motorcycles are black and orange and KTM is printed on the front number plate and on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The Husaberg motorcycles are blue, yellow and white with Husaberg printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter "C" is a 2012 model; "D" is a 2013 model. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ktm and husaberg motorcycles and contact a ktm or husaberg authorized dealer to schedule a free repair.. Affected brands: KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG, KTM North America Inc..

Hazard

The recall includes 13 models of KTM and Husaberg brand competition/closed-course and off-road motorcycles. Eleven 2013 KTM models are being recalled: 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. Two 2012 and 2013 Husaberg models are being recalled: TE 250 and TE 300. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycles below the tail end of the seat. The KTM motorcycles are black and orange and KTM is printed on the front number plate and on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The Husaberg motorcycles are blue, yellow and white with Husaberg printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter "C" is a 2012 model; "D" is a 2013 model.

Affected products

Competition/Closed Course and Enduro Motorcycles

Recalled brands

KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG, KTM North America Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled KTM and Husaberg motorcycles and contact a KTM or Husaberg authorized dealer to schedule a free repair.

Recall date

May 29, 2013

Categories

Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #13203?

CPSC recall #13203 covers KTM North America Recalls KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard , announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on May 29, 2013. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall includes 13 models of KTM and Husaberg brand competition/closed-course and off-road motorcycles. Eleven 2013 KTM models are being recalled: 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. Two 2012 and 2013 Husaberg models are being recalled: TE 250 and TE 300. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycles below the tail end of the seat. The KTM motorcycles are black and orange and KTM is printed on the front number plate and on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The Husaberg motorcycles are blue, yellow and white with Husaberg printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter "C" is a 2012 model; "D" is a 2013 model.

What is the remedy for recall #13203?

The CPSC remedy for recall #13203 is consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ktm and husaberg motorcycles and contact a ktm or husaberg authorized dealer to schedule a free repair.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell KTM North America Recalls KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/KTM-North-America-Recalls-KTM-and-Husaberg-Motorcycles. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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