Ktm North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #16V279000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V279000 by Ktm North America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2015-2016 1290 super adventure motorcycles manufactured december 1, 2014, to december 11, 2015 Includes 1,238 affected units, Rear Shock may Leak Oil and Lose Function, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2015-2016 1290 super adventure motorcycles manufactured december 1, 2014, to december 11, 2015

Defect 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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V279000

Manufacturer: Ktm North America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2016-05-10T00:00:00

Subject: Rear shock may leak oil and lose function

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 1,238

Details

MFR Campaign Number: TB1611

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect 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.

Consequence Summary: Loss of function of the rear shock may affect the handling of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 91.84

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NHTSA ID: 16V279000

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