Share

KTM South Africa recalls offroad models

Cape Town - KTM will recall the following models: EXC, SX and FreeRide bikes of different model years in order to be checked at authorized KTM dealers.

During routine testing KTM discovered that deviations in the manufacturing process of the supplier of the aluminium fuel pump nut can result in insufficient sealing and cause uncontrolled fuel leakage on 250, 350, 450 SX-F/XC-F/EXC-F and EXC Six Days bikes of model year 2016.

Leaked fuel

Deviations in the manufacturing process of the molded fuel hoses of the motorcycles 250, 350, 450 SX-F MY2016 as well as 250 and 450 SX-F Factory Edition MY2015 can cause problems including uncontrolled fuel leakage at the bends or at the ends.

Market monitoring has shown that there can be problems with the tank breather in individual cases on FreeRide 350 MY2012-2016 and FreeRide 250 R MY2014-2016 models. Fuel may escape in extreme riding situations.

In extreme cases, the leaked fuel may cause damage or even a fire in the three cases referred to. In a limited number of cases, problems with the FreeRide models have been reported; beyond this, no more damage of this type is known in the market.\

All owners of affected and already delivered vehicles will be informed in writing by KTM. More information or the information whether the respective motorcycle is affected by the recall can be gathered at the dealer.

The above-mentioned reviews can only be implemented by an authorized and qualified KTM dealer. This guarantee is free of charge.

We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred
Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.
Join News24 today
heading
description
username
Show Comments ()
Editorial feedback and complaints

Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24.

LEARN MORE