KTM recalls Husqvarna 701 Svartpilen and 701 Vitpilen motorcycles

The bikes may leak fuel

04/07/2020

James Limbach Reporter

KTM North America is recalling 1,500 model year 2019-2020 Husqvarna 701 Svartpilen and model year 2018-2020 Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen motorcycles.

Fuel may leak from the fuel level sensor and fuel pump mounting area.

A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source, and increase the risk of damage or injury.

What to do

The remedy for this recall is still under development.

Owners will be notified when the remedy is available to take their motorcycles to a Husqvarna Motorcycle North America (HMNA) dealership for repairs.

The recall is expected to begin May 15, 2020.

Owners may contact HMNA customer service at (888) 985-6090. HMNA's number for this recall is HTB2011.

James Limbach

A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.

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