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2013 KTM 500 EXC

1 recalls — 2 complaints

12V531000 Nov 9, 2012
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
KTM North America, Inc.'s (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 350 EXC-F and 500 EXC motorcycles manufactured from September 2011 through August 2012. Due to the supplier's manufacturing inconsistencies, the preformed fuel hoses may develop cracks or holes at either end. During use,... Read more
Consequence
The fuel may leak onto the rear tire while the motorcycle is being ridden, increasing the risk of a crash. It is also possible that, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire can occur.
Remedy
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective fuel hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on December 11, 2012. Owners may contact KTM Customer relations at 1-888-985-6090.
1,181 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: KTM NORTH AMERICA, INC

Complaint Statistics

2 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
SERVICE BRAKES1
TIRES1
TIRES Dec 15, 2014
Incident date: Oct 25, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KTM 990 SMT (NA) MOTORCYCLE EQUIPPED WITH TWO CONTINENTAL CONTISPORTATTACK TL TIRES, SIZE 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W). THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14T009000 (TIRES). AFTER CONTACTING THE MANUFACTURER ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS MADE ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 18, 2014
Incident date: Aug 17, 2014
TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 KTM 85 MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE REAR BRAKE FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS TEN HOURS. NE

KTM 500 EXC — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KTM 500 EXC across all model years (2012–2013).

2 Total Recalls
3 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

KTM 500 EXC — Year by Year

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