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KTM Australia - KTM FULLSIZE 2012 - 2013

recall information

Recall number
REC-000799
PRA number
2013/13547
Campaign number
02-13-220-HQ-E
Original published date

make and model information

Make
KTM
Model
FULLSIZE
Year range
2012 - 2013
Affected units
679

What are the defects?

Due to a production fault on the upper part of the throttle grip housing, the throttle cable wire may slide out of the deflection roller and become wedged between the deflection roller and the housing. This blocks the
throttle slide and results in an uncontrollable riding situation.

What are the hazards?

This blocks the throttle slide and results in an uncontrollable riding situation. This situation may be life threatening or may result in injury to the driver.

What should consumers do?

Do not ride the motorbike until the problem is corrected.
If you are an owner of one of these vehicles please contact your authorised KTM dealer and provide that last 6 digits of your vin number to arrange a booking . KTM Australia will be notifying affected owners by way of a letter sent to the address on the warranty registration.
Supplier details
KTM Australia

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Contact website

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

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