KTM 450 Exc, 530 Exc +1 more: Steering — steering wheel/handle bar

Affects KTM 450 Exc, 530 Exc, 690 Enduro R · 2010–2011 — about 1K vehicles.

The hazard

UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT OF THE HANDLEBAR MAY CAUSE THE DRIVER TO CRASH, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER OR OTHERS.

What to do

AUTHORIZED KTM DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE CLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KTM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-888-985-6090 FOR ASSISTANCE.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational