Ktm Sx-f: Connecting Rod May Fail / Fracture
Recall Summary KTM is recalling 151 SX-F motorcycles because the connecting rod may fracture during use. If the connecting rod fails while riding, the rider could face significant safety risks. KTM will replace the complete crankshaft in affected machines.
- Recalling firm
- KTM
- Product
- Vehicles: KTM SX-F. Units affected: 151
- Reason
- The connecting rod may fail in early life under certain load conditions. The machines in question are designed to be used off road and as such power request is a factor in the control of the machine. If a connecting rod failure occurs in this type machine the rider may be exposed to significant risk. Remedy: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the complete crankshaft.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-05-12
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/56fcb5b6-09ab-4ea8-9066-c9786f216256