NHTSA Recall 18V033000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V033000; Date: Jan. 10, 2018
If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 KTM 1290 Super Duke Gt; 2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke Gt; 2018 KTM 1290 Super Duke Gt; 2015 KTM 1290 Super Duke R; 2016 KTM 1290 Super Duke R; 2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke R; 2018 KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Manufactured by: Ktm North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 2,361
Recall Summary:
Ktm north America, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain 2015-2016 1290 super duke r abs, 2016 1290 super duke r se abs and 1290 super duke gt abs and 2017-2018 super duke r and1290 super duke gt motorcycles. The piston within the brembo front brake master cylinder may fail.
How to Fix:
Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the piston with an aluminum one, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2018. Owner's may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
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: Feb 21, 2018
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