Recall 18V502000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Report Date
20180731
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Affected Vehicles
3 models
Defect Description
Alta Motors (Alta) is recalling certain 2019 Alta Redshift EXR and 2018-2019 Alta Redshift MXR motorcycles. The software for the throttle control may fault if the throttle is rolled forward past the closed position, possibly resulting in a motorcycle stall.
Safety Consequence
A motorcycle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Alta will notify owners, and dealers will install an update for the throttle software, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Alta customer service at 1-415-230-0755. Alta's number for this recall is SVC-ESB-18-004.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | ALTA | REDSHIFT MXR |
| 2019 | ALTA | REDSHIFT EXR |
| 2019 | ALTA | REDSHIFT MXR |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.