There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Ktm 450 EXC R, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
2008 Ktm 450 EXC R problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 1
- Suspension › Front — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 1,400 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Ktm 450 EXC R complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Tires · at 1,400 miles · reported Feb 3, 2009
I started becoming concerning with this problem, after searching discovering tires are rated by a letter for max speed. The letter on my mc-13-250 scooter is rated j which means a max speed of 62 MPH. On www.roketa.com, the company that sells mc-13-250, claims the scooter will do a max speed of 68.4 MPH, which thus should require a rating of k, which is for 68 MPH vehicles. The tire has the chance to blowout, if it goes the speed the manufacturer claims. Www.scootdawgforum.com has people on this site, claiming to do 80 to 85 MPH on these scooters. Www.extreme-scooters.com is the online dealer…
Suspension · at 5 miles · reported Oct 14, 2008
My wife was riding my children's alta mach II all terrain vehicle in our yard. She had made several circuits around the perimeter of our yard and down our blacktop driveway when the accident occurred. She was doing a 180 degree turn on the atv on the blacktop, when the right front wheel separated from the machine and rolled away. The machine pitched forward and the right front axle impacted the pavement. Since this turn was being executed at a slow rolling idle, she was able to keep the machine from rolling by placing her feet on the ground. The axle of the machine appeared scored, and the…
Latches/Locks/Linkages · reported Jul 2, 2008
1.atv riding chain broken dealer replaced 1week. 2.brake caliper broke 3rd ride 2 weeks to get bridge replaced,looked like same part that had broken. 3.clutch leaver actuatorbinds up causing clutch engagement impossible had to shut atv off to get stopped.4.plastics mounting tabs breaking . Bolt inserts stripping out ,had to pull plastic through bolts to remove.plastics destroyed in process. 5.throttle non responsive on inclines comes and goes,not reliable. 6.rear wheel hub stripped out causing one wheel to grab throwing me out of control. 7. Seat tearing at knee area.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Ktm 450 EXC R have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Ktm 450 EXC R as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ktm 450 EXC R?
Owners report latches/locks/linkages problems most often (1 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 1,400 miles.
Are Ktm recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ktm dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.