KTM and Husqvarna Recall 2016 Motocross Bike Models Due to Wheel Issues

Recently, KTM and Husqvarna have recalled approx 3700 off-road motocross motorcycles due to front wheels spoke failure. The recall affects all the 2016 KTM SX & SX-F along with Husqvarna TC and FC motocross competition bikes with 125cc to 250cc, 2-stroke engines, and 250cc to 450cc, 4-cycle engines.

Before the bike recall was started, both the companies got two crash reports which are directly related to the front wheel spoke breakdown. Both the accidents resulted in substantial injuries to the rider but one of them got seriously injured with broken ribs and a shoulder injury.

These recalled machine from KTM were sold in three colors Orange, Black and White and featured the brand logo on  both sides of fuel tank shrouds while the Husqvarna motorcycles were sold in Blue, White and Yellow and the sports company's logo was on the both fuel tank shrouds. Both the companies had engine size and the model name printed on the both side of the rear fender which can be seen just below the pillion seat.

The KTM and Husqvarna motocross machines will feature the letter “G” at the 10th position in the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN number can be seen at the right side of the steering head tube.

Both the companies are getting in touch directly with all owners of the faulty machines. Also, the companies have announced that the owners of 2016 model year motorcycles should halt the use of these machines immediately and get in touch with any authorized KTM/Husqvarna Motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair.
 

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