KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles
Description: This recall involves model year 2015 and 2016 KTM brand Freeride 250R motorcycles with 250cc and 2-cycle engines. The recalled KTM motorcycles are orange and black with the KTM logo on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The engine size is printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Model year 2015 motorcycles have the letter F in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head. Model year 2016 motorcycles have the letter G in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head. [Learn More]
About 550 units were affected by this recall.
KTM North America Recalls Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
2015 and 2016 KTM brand Freeride 250R off-road motorcycles.
KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles Recall Information
| Country of Origin | Austria |
| Recall Date | 12/30/2015 |
| Recall ID | 6613 |
| Recall Number | 16718 |
| Product Type | Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories |
| Hazard | Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider. |
| Injuries | None reported |
| Remedy | Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product directly. |
| Remedy Option | Repair |
| Contact | KTM North America Inc. toll-free at (888) 985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.ktmusa.com and click on Service, then select Safety for more information. |
| Last Updated | 01/06/2016 |
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