CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
- 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.
- Risk
- If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The piston inside the Brembo front brake master cylinder on certain KTM 1290 Super Duke motorcycles may fail. If it does, the front brakes can lose their ability to stop the bike, which increases the risk of a crash.
KTM will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the piston with an aluminum one at no cost to you. The recall began on February 21, 2018. If you own an affected model, contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090 and check your VIN for open recalls before your next ride.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| KTM 1290 Super Duke GT | 201620172018 |
|---|---|
| KTM 1290 Super Duke R | 2015201620172018 |