Ktm 1290 Super Adventure: Shock Absorber May Fail
KTM is recalling 199 units of the 1290 Super Adventure motorcycles because the semi-active shock absorber may leak hydraulic fluid at the plug, which can reduce suspension performance and damage the shock internally. Affected owners should have their shock absorber checked for leaks, replaced if necessary, and their software updated as needed.
- Recalling firm
- KTM
- Product
- Vehicles: KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE. Units affected: 199
- Reason
- It is possible there is a leak of hydraulic fluid at the plug of the semi-active shock absorber. A loss of hydraulic fluid can lead to a negative affect of the performance of the shock absorber handling of the machine and damage to the interior of the shock absorber. Remedy: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and check for fluid leakage from the plug of the semi-active shock absorber. If there is visible leakage the shock absorber will be changed for a new unit and mounted with the original preload adjuster. If there is no leakage the original shock absorber can remain in...
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-04-29
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/4545f662-4ff4-4449-be6c-ad40c2fffcae