ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure
Released: Monday, October 22, 2007 by CPSC
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 270 All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). 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.
Recall Details
Product
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Description
This recall involves KTM model year 2008 450XC and 525XC ATVs. The ATV’s are orange and black in color and have 450XC and 525 XC branded on the side as well as the KTM? logo.
Hazards
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.
Incidents
None reported.
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.
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