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ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure

Recalled October 22, 2007 · CPSC recall 08510

Recalled ATV
Hazard
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.
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.
Units
About 270
Incidents / injuries
None reported.

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.

What to do

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

Product
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)
Distributed by
KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Retailers
KTM dealers nationwide from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $8,800 and $9,000.
Made in
Austria

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →

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