Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others.
Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.
If you are US based, use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.
If you are based outside the USA, use the appropriate website to locate recalls that may impact you.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V598000
Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc.
Components VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Summary KTM North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, and 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure motorcycles. Water could enter the throttle (e-throttle) control unit and cause it to fail, resulting in loss of drive power.
Remedy KTM and Husqvarna dealers will inspect and replace the e-throttle control, free of charge. KTM has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V590000
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Components STEERING
Summary Harley-Davidson Motor Company (Harley-Davidson) is recalling certain RH1250S (Sportster S) motorcycles. The upper triple clamp may fracture.
Remedy Dealers will replace the upper triple clamp, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 29, 2025. Owners may contact Harley-Davidson customer service at 1-800-258-2464. Harley-Davidson’s number for this recall is 0190.
What you need to Know: Minnesota Bans Kids Motorcycles
Effective January 1st, 2025, Minnesota has banned the sale of items made with the chemical PFAS. The ban covers 11 areas including things made for children which include motorcycles and ATVs.
Minnesota has banned any juvenile products, except electronics, that intentionally contain PFAS. PFAS is linked to an increased risk for cancer and other health troubles.
PFAS is used in motorcycles for heat-resistance and water-proofing.
The state is concerned about when motorcycles end up in landfills. With 98 of 101 landfills leaking into the ground water they want to protect the environment.
My Take: This is very similar to the attempt to, nationwide, ban kids’ motorcycles that contain lead. Motorcycle advocates and lobby groups were able to reverse that law, but I think it will be a lot harder to reverse this new state law.
Minnesota is a very liberal and a bit of a draconian state. During COVID the police would shoot people with paint guns for sitting on their own porches. Because of how this state works, the manufacturers will need to change what they use to make their products or not sell them.
I expect there to be a sales boom for dealerships that are close the state boarder.
Lastly, the ban excludes electronics. Really, I am sure that there are lot more electronics making it to landfills than motorcycles.
What you need to know: KTM struggles are greater than first thought.
As noted in a previous post KTM has over $3 billion in debt and has filed to undergo “self-restructuring” to get thing righted. Self-restructuring is a 90-day process that expires at the end of February 2025. If they are unable to get to an acceptable solution, they may go into formal bankruptcy. CitiBank has been brought in to help with bankruptcy if needed, not a good sign.
Since that last news drop things have not improved. For example:
KTM has not made payroll for 2+ months, after promising to pay at least 90% of what was due.
Employees are looking for new jobs
European production has been greatly reduced.
* Mid-range motorcycle production has moved to China (home of KTM partner CF Moto) and India, with Bajaj Auto. By the way, Bajaj owns 49% of KTM.
* Bajai owns the Pierer Mobility which, in turn, owns KTM AG. Bajaj builds many of KTM and Husqvarna’s small-displacement street motorcycles like the 390 Adventure and Duke, and Vitpilen and Svartpilen 401s.
* CF Moto builds the 790 and 890 engines under contract for KTM. KTM is CFMoto’s exclusive motorcycle distributor in Europe.
KTM is selling its majority stake of 50.1% in MV Agusta, effectively dropping it from their portfolio.
The Financial Market Authority (FMA) in Austria has launched an investigation into KTM’s workings. They are probing whether the parent company, Pierer Mobility, has complied with disclosure regulations.
IN RACING: KTM still claims it will provide race teams this year. Nonetheless there are some major developments in this area:
KTM is not renewing their MotoGP contract when it expires at the end of this season. Which means there will be no KTM in MotoGP for 2026.
They have already stopped development and testing of their MotoGP bikes. Jeremy McWilliams, KTM’s long-term test rider, has been let go.
No Gas Gas motorcycles for MotoGP 2025. The “former” Gas Gas team has been rebranded as factory KTM.
Looks like Husqvarna has been removed from the MotoGP grid as well.
KTM has cut its global racing program by 12 riders. I was not able to identify which teams were cut. Each rider typically requires support from two to four employees, as well as trucks and other equipment, so some savings.
KTM is no longer the title sponsor for the Hard Enduro World Championship.
My Take: KTM may start the MotoGP racing season, but they may not finish the season.
American Supercross is first up and starts in January. I will not be surprised if Gas Gas and Husky factory teams do not make it to the start line and if they do, they may not make it to the end.
MotoGP racing is hiding behind KTM Switzerland, a separate company, so there is a chance they might start the season, but I doubt they make it to the end of the season. Also, I do not see Moto3 or Moto2 teams making the start line.
I expect that Husqvarna will be sold, as they make a lot more then motorcycles. I doubt that Gas Gas will survive as a brand when all is said and done unless it sold to Bajaj or the Chinese parent of CF Moto.
I think that there is a good chance that KTM will sell their majority stake to Bajaj to save the company. At which point I would expect European production to be greatly reduced and then phased out and replaced with Bajaj production efforts.
CitiBank is not there to save the company, they are there to make the best deal for the debt holders. If KTM does not come up with a valid plan to fix this miss, CitiBank, I expect, will sell off KTM part by part, until $3 Billion in debts are serviced. Some things to consider:
This is going to impact other manufacturers if/when a flood of KTM motorcycle backlog is sold off cheap.
If KTM closes racing it is possible that we will never see some of their riders race again.
What you need to know: Senator John Thune new Majority Leader
You may not know this, but John Thune is a proud motorcyclist. He has been recognized by the MRF and AMA as a “champion” of motorcyclists’ rights.
My Take: This is a good thing for those of us that ride. Senator Thune has been a friend of motorcyclists, and he should continue supporting us from this more powerful position.
KTM in Grave Danger
KTM is in debt 2.5 billion Euros (2.65B US) and has filed for insolvency and self-restructuring. Of course, this also pertains to KTM other products; Husqvarna, MV Agusta and Gas-Gas.
As a result of their self-restructuring they are making changes, some of which include:
Layoff of European employees, with 500 more by the end of the year.
Board of Directors cuts the number from 6 to 2 people.
Production halted planned
Halt of MotoGP development (it claims it will be on the grid in 2025)
My Take: WOW!!! We all know that the world of motorcycling is declining as the boomer and generation X grow older. However, I do not think that many were aware that KTM was in this much debt!
KTM and its other brands are in danger. I could see a sell off of Husky and MV Agusta as their names alone are very valuable, but Gas-Gas might not make it. With the cost of running racing teams, I would not be surprised to see KTM withdrawing from everything racing but MotoGP.
We will have answers about the future of KTM sooner rather than later. KTM has until the end of February 2025 to get healthy or file bankruptcy.
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others.
Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.
If you are US based use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.
If you are based outside the USA, use the appropriate website to locate recalls that may impact you.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V819000
Manufacturer Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2020 W800 CAFE (EJ800C), and 2020-2021 W800 (EJ800D) motorcycles. The exhaust pipe nuts may not be tightened properly, possibly resulting in the exhaust pipe nuts and collar falling off the motorcycle.
Remedy Dealers will replace the gaskets and the collars, and reinstall the muffler, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC’s number for this recall is MC21-07.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V806000
Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Components ENGINE
Summary Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2020-2021 XVS95C motorcycles. The engine case may leak oil onto the rear tire.
Remedy Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until they are repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the engine, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha’s number for this recall is 990150.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V804000
Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Components POWER TRAIN
SummaryHonda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021 Trail 125 (CT125A) motorcycles. The gearshift pedal arm weld may fail, possibly resulting in the pedal breaking off the motorcycle.
RemedyDealers will replace the gearshift pedal assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 15, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KM8.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V795000
Manufacturer Zero Motorcycles Inc.
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary Zero Motorcycles Inc. (Zero) is recalling certain 2020 SR/F motorcycles. The rear rotor bolts were insufficiently tightened.
Remedy Dealers will correctly tighten and replace the rear rotor bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Zero customer service at 1-888-841-8085. Zero’s number for this recall is SV-ZMC-020-417.
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NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V792000
Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc.
Components POWER TRAIN
Summary KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 690 Enduro R, Vitpilen 701, 701 Enduro, 701 Supermoto, 2019-2020 690 SMC R, Svartpilen, 2018-2019 690 Duke, and 2020 701 Enduro LR motorcycles. The bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing, which could cause the clutch to become inoperable and not disengage when the clutch lever is pulled in.
Remedy Dealers will inspect the clutch slave cylinder and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 3, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM’s numbers for this recall are KTB2112 and HTB2110.
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others.
Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.
If you are US based use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.
If you are based outside the USA, use the appropriate website to locate recalls that may impact you.
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Manufacturer Ducati North America
Components STRUCTURE
Summary: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2019 Hypermotard 950 SP motorcycles. The side stand may be improperly welded, potentially causing the stand to break.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new side stand, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati’s number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-011.
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Manufacturer Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CB500X and CBR500R ABS motorcycles. Excessive grease in the ABS modulator may collect debris, which can get stuck in the check valve and cause a brake fluid leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the lot number on the ABS modulator, and replace the modulator as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Honda Powersports customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda’s number for this recall is KM6.
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Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc.
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2022 Husqvarna FE 350s and Husqvarna FE 501s motorcycles. The brake pad retaining clips on the front brake caliper may have been mounted incorrectly, which could result in loose front brake pads.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the brake pad retaining clips, as necessary, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been performed. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 20, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM’s number for this recall is HTB2108.
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others.
Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.
If you are US based use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.
If you are based outside the USA, use the appropriate website to locate recalls that may impact you.
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Manufacturer Ducati North America
Components EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Summary Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Scrambler 800 Night Shift motorcycles. The front and rear turn signal lights may not flash brightly enough. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Remedy Dealers will replace the front and rear turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati’s number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-009.
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Manufacturer Ducati North America
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Monster 821, 2014-2021 Monster 1200 S/STD, and 2016-2019 Monster 1200 R motorcycles. The rear brake hoses may be susceptible to heat damage.
Remedy Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
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Manufacturer Ducati North America
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Monster 797, Monster 1200, Supersport, 2016-2020 XDiavel, and 2018-2020 Monster 821 motorcycles. Air may permeate the rear bake system.
Remedy Dealers will install new rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 17, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
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Manufacturer Arcimoto Inc
Components SEAT BELTS
Summary Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The seat belt retractor spool sleeve may be cracked, allowing broken pieces to block the seat belt from retracting.
Remedy A service technician will replace the seat belt retractor, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 31, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.
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Manufacturers Arcimoto Inc
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2021 Rapid Responder, 2020 Deliverator, 2020-2021 Roadster. Due to a software error, communication between inverters may time out, possibly resulting in an unexpected battery shutdown.
Remedy A service technician to reprogram the inverter firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 12, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293. Note: Vehicles previously repaired under Recall 19V834 will need to return for the new remedy.
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Manufacturer Arcimoto Inc
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING
Summary Arcimoto Inc (Arcimoto) is recalling certain 2019-2021 FUV, 2020 Deliverator, 2020-2021 Roadster, and 2021 Rapid Responder motorcycles. The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) may have been incorrectly calibrated, causing the SAS to fail to or incorrectly detect a fault.
Remedy A service technician will update the firmware and replace the idler arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 20, 2021. Owners may contact Arcimoto customer service at 1-541-683-6293.
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Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc.
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 KTM 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R, and 2020 KTM 790 Adventure R Rally motorcycles. The front brake master cylinder piston return spring may be too weak to return the brake piston to its original position, reducing the functionality of the front brake.
Remedy Dealers will replace the return spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM’s number for this recall is KTM2106.
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Manufacturer Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2019-2020 UH200 motorcycles. The speedometer assembly resistors may corrode and cause a loss of power to the wheel speed sensor, preventing the speedometer and odometer from displaying information.
Remedy Dealers will replace the speedometer assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 24, 2021. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 714-572-1490 or http://www.suzukicycles.com.
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others.
Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.
If you are US based use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.
If you are based outside the USA, use the appropriate website to locate recalls that may impact you.
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Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles. The wiring harness located in the rear of the motorcycle may be routed incorrectly, which could result in wiring damage and an electrical short-circuit.
Remedy
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness, and repair as necessary. In addition, dealers will modify a piece of the bodywork called the “tail end lower part” to correct the routing of the wiring harness and add wiring protection and cable ties. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2021. KTM’s number for this recall is TB2104.
The 3rd Monday in June is International Ride Your Motorcycle/Scooter to Workday. This year that is the 15th of June for the calendar challenged out there. 😊
Assuming you are allowed to ride, or you have work to actually ride to.
I have been working from home, so my plan is to ride around the neighborhood a few times before I start my day.
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others. Also, this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have any questions.
If you are US based use the NHTSA website http://www.safercar.gov. Enter your VIN number to see if your motorcycle is affected by the recall.
If you are based outside the USA, use the appropriate website to locate recalls that may impact you.
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Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Components ENGINE
Summary
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain XV250 motorcycles. An oil passageway in the engine side cover may not be properly manufactured, possibly blocking lubricating oil to the engine.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace of the engine side cover, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 17, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha’s number for this recall is 990136.
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Manufacturer KTM North America, Inc.
Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R motorcycles. The rear brake hose may overheat, causing the rear brake system to fail.
Remedy
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new rear brake line, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 1, 2020. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM’s number for this recall is TB2011.
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Manufacturer Indian Motorcycle Company
Components ENGINE
Summary
Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain 2020 Challenger motorcycles. The engine output shaft bearing may not have been sufficiently lubricated during assembly, possibly resulting in bearing failure at very low mileage.
Remedy
Indian will notify owners, and dealers will lubricate the output shaft bearings on motorcycles with less than 50 miles on the odometer, free of charge. Motorcycles with greater than 50 miles will not require a repair, and can either be inspected by a dealer, or the owner can self-report the odometer reading directly to Indian. The recall is expected to begin in April 2020. Owners may contact Indian customer service at 1-877-204-3697. Indian’s number for this recall is I-20-02. Note: Owners with an odometer reading of less than 50 miles are advised to not operate their motorcycle until it is repaired.
I JUST WANT 2 RIDE!! 