ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2007-10-22). About 270 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08510 |
| Published | 2007-10-22 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Products | All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) |
| Firms | KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | Austria |
| Units (US) | 270 |
| Remedy classes | repair, stop use |
| Sold | KTM dealers nationwide from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $8,800 and $9,000. |
Description
This recall involves KTM model year 2008 450XC and 525XC ATVs. The ATVs are orange and black in color and have 450XC and 525 XC branded on the side as well as the KTM™ logo.
Hazard
The rear brake caliper support can crack; this could result in the potential for a loss of the use of the rear brake and subsequently lead to an accident.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs have been sent via U.S. mail a safety recall notice from KTM on September 4, 2007.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Machine access
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