CPSCOctober 22, 2007

ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure

ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure

Why was ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure recalled?

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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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. Contact: For additional information, please contact KTM toll-free at (888) 985-6090 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ktmnorthamerica.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Company
KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Quantity
About 270
Sold at
KTM dealers nationwide from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $8,800 and $9,000.
Recall date
October 22, 2007
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product 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.

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