NHTSA recall 16V279000
Suspension · KTM North America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: Ktm north america, Inc. (ktm) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 1290 super adventure motorcycles manufactured December 1, 2014, to December 11, 2015. These motorcycles have a rear shock absorber that may leak oil from the rebound damping plug, resulting in a loss of shock function.
Why it matters: Loss of function of the rear shock may affect the handling of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rebound damping plug for leaking and replace the shock absorber, as necessary, and install a new version of the suspension control unit software, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2016.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2015 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure, 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 16V279000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.