NHTSA Recall 16V279000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V279000; Date: May. 10, 2016
Loss of function of the rear shock may affect the handling of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 KTM 1290 Super Adventure; 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure
Component: Suspension:rear:shock Absorber
Manufactured by: Ktm North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,238
Recall Summary:
Ktm north America, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 1290 super adventure motorcycles manufactured December 1, 2014, to December 11, 2015. These motorcycles have a rear shock absorber that may leak oil from the rebound damping plug, resulting in a loss of shock function.
How to Fix:
Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rebound damping plug for leaking and replace the shock absorber, as necessary, and install a new version of the suspension control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2016. Owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. Ktm's number for this recall is tb1611.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 2, 2016
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