KTM Throttle Housing Factory Direct Modification Campaign

This recall is being conducted voluntarily by KTM North America Inc. in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to prevent possible injuries.

KTM North America has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with selected 2013 2-Stroke models: 85 SX, 85 SXS, 125 SX, 150 SX, 150 XC, 200 XC-W, 250 SX, 250 XC, 250 XC-W, 300 XC, 300 XC-W pertaining to the throttle assembly on such models. To ensure the highest level of safety, performance, reliability and customer satisfaction, it is necessary to replace the top half of the throttle housing assembly on all affected units.

On affected units, during use there is a possibility that the throttle cable could be pinched between the throttle cable wheel (white plastic) and the top half of the throttle housing. This could cause the throttle cable not to function properly which potentially may result in an uncontrollable throttle; this could result in an accident which could cause injury or death to the rider or others.

KTM has notified all registered owners of the above affected motorcycles by mail. A copy of the customer letter is included in this bulletin. The customer should take the letter along with the affected motorcycle to an authorized KTM Dealer for the replacement of the top half of their throttle housing assembly.

It is mandatory that you discontinue riding your motorcycle until the defect has been repaired.

Five Star Cycle's Master Orange Level Service Center now has the replacement parts in stock and is making appointments with customers who have purchased affected units to make the proper modification. While this recall affects the above listed models, not all units of those models are affected. The motorcycle's VIN must be verified before the modification is made. Please call (814) 763-2543 with your VIN ready to schedule your appointment. We estimate the modification will take up to an hour to perform.

For more information, please contact Five Star Cycle at (814) 763-2543, KTM North America, Inc. Customer Relations at (888) 985-6090 or The US Consumer Product Safety Commission's hotline at (800) 638-2772

This modification has top priority and must be performed immediately to ensure customer safety!