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Recall

Under this tag you will find articles covering recalls in the motorcycle sector. This includes official manufacturer and authority announcements about safety defects, technical issues or required corrective actions relating to motorcycles and accessories.

The list below brings together all content in which recalls are featured — ranging from technical details on affected models to information about remedial actions and implications for riders.

KTM North America is recalling several Husqvarna and GasGas models in the US because the rear brake caliper can fail without warning. A total of 6,257 motorcycles from the 2022 to 2024 model years are affected, and the US traffic safety authority NHTSA has issued a warning against riding them.

BMW Motorrad is recalling thousands of K 1600 tourers from model years 2017 to 2025 worldwide. The seal of the reverse gear control unit can degrade and allow moisture to enter, which in the worst case can lead to overheating and a fire hazard. It is already the second recall of this kind on a BMW motorcycle within two years.