Recall 20V-170: 2019–2020 Husqvarna Svartpilen 701, 2018–2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701
KTM North America, Inc. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Mar 19, 2020, covering about 1,500 vehicles.
The problem
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Husqvarna 701 Svartpilen and 2018-2020 Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the fuel level sensor and fuel pump mounting area.
The risk
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.
The fix
KTM will notify owners, and Husqvarna Motorcycle Dealers will replace the affected fuel tank, install new gaskets, and update software for proper fuel calibration, free of charge. Owners will be notified to take their motorcycles to a Husqvarna Motorcycle North America, Inc. (HMNA) dealership for repairs. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact HMNA customer service at 1-888-985-6090. HMNA's number for this recall is HTB2012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | KTM North America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V170000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 | 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V-170?
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Husqvarna 701 Svartpilen and 2018-2020 Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the fuel level sensor and fuel pump mounting area.
How is recall 20V-170 fixed?
KTM will notify owners, and Husqvarna Motorcycle Dealers will replace the affected fuel tank, install new gaskets, and update software for proper fuel calibration, free of charge. Owners will be notified to take their motorcycles to a Husqvarna Motorcycle North America, Inc. (HMNA) dealership for repairs. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact HMNA customer service at 1-888-985-6090. HMNA's number for this recall is HTB2012.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.