KTM is Recalling certain 2015 690 Enduro R motorcycles

[Bryan Bosch]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 1, 2015 – (Motor Sports Newswire) –

RECALL Subject: Vent Hose Clamp may Damage Rear Brake Line
Report Receipt Date: APR 08, 2015
NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V210000
Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number of Units Affected: 409

All Products Associated with this Recall
Vehicle Make

KTM
Model

690 ENDURO R
Model Year(s)

2015

Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.

SUMMARY:
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2015 690 Enduro R motorcycles manufactured November 1, 2014, to February 28, 2015. The rear brake line from the ABS pressure modulator to the foot brake cylinder may have been damaged during the assembly process and/or be subject to subsequent damage caused by contact with the spring clamp of the crank case ventilation hose.

CONSEQUENCE:
A damaged brake line may cause a loss of rear braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positioning of the crank case ventilation hose clamp, correcting it as necessary. Any damaged brake line will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. Note: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the recall has been remedied.

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.