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2015-2018 Ktm 1290 Super Duke GT and Ktm 1290 Super Duke R recall: master cylinder

Ktm North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 10, 2018. It covers about 2,361 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,361
reported
Jan 10, 2018
owners notified
Feb 21, 2018
related complaints
6

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder

What is wrong
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.

Recall number 18V033000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 6 complaints about brakes problems.

2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke GT2017 Ktm 1290 Super Duke GT2018 Ktm 1290 Super Duke GT2015 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R2017 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R2018 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R

Questions about recall 18V033000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2018 Ktm 1290 Super Duke GT and Ktm 1290 Super Duke R master cylinder?

Yes. Recall 18V033000, reported on January 10, 2018, covers about 2,361 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V033000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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