Recall 16V279000

SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Report Date
20160510
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 1290 Super Adventure motorcycles manufactured December 1, 2014, to December 11, 2015. These motorcycles have a rear shock absorber that may leak oil from the rebound damping plug, resulting in a loss of shock function.

Safety Consequence

Loss of function of the rear shock may affect the handling of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rebound damping plug for leaking and replace the shock absorber, as necessary, and install a new version of the suspension control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2016. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is TB1611.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2015 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE
2016 KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.