Clutch slave cylinder seal failure. According to multiple owners, this is a common failure point. Slave cylinder failed at 431 miles resulting in complete loss of clutch function while stopped at controlled intersection, causing bike to lurch, and stall across limit line.
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Power train: clutch assembly: slave cylinder
- What is wrong
- KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 690 Enduro R, Vitpilen 701, 701 Enduro, 701 Supermoto, 2019-2020 690 SMC R, Svartpilen, 2018-2019 690 Duke, and 2020 701 Enduro LR motorcycles. The bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing, which could cause the clutch to become inoperable and not disengage when the clutch lever is pulled in.
- Risk
- An inoperable clutch increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the clutch slave cylinder and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 3, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1‑888‑985‑6090. KTM's numbers for this recall are KTB2112 and HTB2110.
Recall number 21V792000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 2018 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
Is the 2018 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2018 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto, close to a typical 701 Supermoto model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2018 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto have?
1 recall, covering power train.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto transmission?
Yes, 1 recall: 21V792000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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