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Monday, 5 January 2015

UK RECALL #1 - Various KTM bikes from 2014 for possible piston rod detachment issues.

Vehicle Details
Reference :RM/2014/035
Manufacturer Ref :TI 01-14-259 
Make:KTM
Model :125EXC,250EXC, 250-F, ,300EXC, 350 EXC-F,450EXC, 500EXC (Six days) & 250XC, 250XC-F, 300XC, 350XC-F,
Launch Date :05/11/2014
Numbers Involved :751
Build Start Date :16/06/2014
Build End Date :10/10/2014 
Recall Details
Concern :PISTON ROD MAY DETACH
Description :The forks may not have been correctly assembled which could lead to initially knocking and the damping in the affected strut decreasing. If the condition is allowed to progress the inside of the fork will be damaged and the fork may seize.
Remedial Action :Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and remove the fork cap. Check the locking nut for correct torque and tighten if necessary.
Vehicle Id :VBKEXA406FM117602 to VBKMXN233FM357710
VBKEXA406FM117602 to VBKMXN233FM357710
VBKEXA406FM117602 to VBKMXN233FM357710
VBKEXA406FM117602 to VBKMXN233FM357710
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