Recall 18V-033: 2016–2018 Ktm 1290 Super Duke GT, 2015–2018 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R

KTM North America, Inc. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Jan 10, 2018, covering about 2,361 vehicles.

NHTSA number

18V-033

Report date

Jan 10, 2018

Vehicles affected

2,361

Owners notified

Feb 21, 2018

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.

Recall details

Manufacturer	KTM North America, Inc.
Component	Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	18V033000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Ktm 1290 Super Duke GT	2016, 2017, 2018	All years
Ktm 1290 Super Duke R	2015, 2016, 2017, 2018	All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 18V-033?

How is recall 18V-033 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.