Moderate Recalled December 30, 2015 About 550 units Updated January 6, 2016

KTM North America Recalls Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Fire

The hazard

Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider.

Incidents reported: None reported

What to do now

Repair

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.

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.

About this recall

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.

Product photos

2015 and 2016 KTM brand Freeride 250R off-road motorcycles
2015 and 2016 KTM brand Freeride 250R off-road motorcycles

Photos: U.S. CPSC