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NHTSARecalled Aug 10, 2021 · #21V627000

License Plate Bracket May Contact Rear Wheel

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Husqvarna Motorcycle 701 Vitpilen and 2019-2020 701 Svartpilen motorcycles. The gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm may be positioned incorrectly, possibly resulting in a loose rear axle nut, causing the license plate holder to contact the rear wheel. License plate bracket interference with the rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Product details

Product
  • License Plate Bracket May Contact Rear Wheel
  • 2018-2020 Husqvarna
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
KTM North America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect and realign the gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm, and inspect the tightness of the rear wheel axle collar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is HTB2106.

View the official CPSC notice