Recall 18V033000: 2016–2018 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT, 2015–2018 KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 10, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 2,361
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 1290 Super Duke R ABS, 2016 1290 Super Duke R SE ABS and 1290 Super Duke GT ABS and 2017-2018 Super Duke R and1290 Super Duke GT motorcycles. The piston within the Brembo front brake master cylinder may fail.
The risk
If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the piston with an aluminum one, free of charge. The recall began on February 21, 2018. Owner's may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT
- 2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT
- 2018 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT
- 2015 KTM 1290 Super Duke R
- 2016 KTM 1290 Super Duke R
- 2017 KTM 1290 Super Duke R
- 2018 KTM 1290 Super Duke R
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V033000
- Manufacturer campaign
- TB1805
- Manufacturer
- KTM North America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Feb 21, 2018
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology