KTM recalls 2015-2016 Freeride 250R motorcycles with 250cc engines due to fire hazard from fuel escaping under extreme riding conditions. Owners must stop using and contact a dealer for free repair.
Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider.
KTM is recalling 2015 and 2016 Freeride 250R motorcycles because fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly under extreme riding conditions, risking fire and injury. Riders should stop using these bikes immediately and get a free repair from an authorized dealer.
Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This creates a fire risk if the escaping fuel ignites, potentially causing injury to the rider.
Owners of 2015 and 2016 KTM Freeride 250R motorcycles with 250cc engines are affected. Riders who use these bikes under extreme conditions face the highest risk of fire and injury.
Look for orange and black motorcycles with the KTM logo on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Model year 2015 has 'F' as the 10th character in the VIN; 2016 has 'G' in that position.
Immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles to prevent fire risk.
Schedule a free repair with an authorized KTM dealer by contacting KTM directly.
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product directly.
2015 and 2016 KTM Freeride 250R motorcycles with 250cc engines.
Look for orange and black motorcycles with KTM logo on shroud sides. Model year 2015 has 'F' as the 10th character in VIN; 2016 has 'G' there.
No additional action is needed beyond stopping use and scheduling a free repair with a dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send KTM to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 6613 — KTM KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles Hello, I own a KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles that is covered by recall 6613 from KTM. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product directly. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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