CPSC recall 16718
KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2016-01-06
On 2016-01-06 the CPSC announced a recall of KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles by Ktm Motorrad Ag, citing under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider.
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 16718 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2015-12-30 |
| Published | 2016-01-06 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Ktm Motorrad Ag |
| Distribution | US |
Product
KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles | This recall involves model year 2015 and 2016 KTM brand Freeride 250R motorcycles with 250cc and 2-cycle engines. The recalled KTM motorcycles are orange and black with the KTM logo on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The engine size is printed on both sides of the rear fender below the rear of the seat. Model year 2015 motorcycles have the letter F in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head. Model year 2016 motorcycles have the letter G in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN). The VIN is located on the right side of the steering head.
Reason
Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/KTM-North-America-Recalls-Competition-Motorcycles
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