GASGAS Motocross and Cross Country Motorbikes (MY21-24) Recall
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GASGAS motocross and cross country motorbikes from model years 2021-2024 are recalled due to a potential rear brake calliper failure that poses a risk of serious injury or death.
What this ACCC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by ACCC on August 27, 2026 and geographically references Australia. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
Areazine pairs this record with the original agency URL so you can check the primary source before acting. Its related labels are recall, product-safety, accc, DirtBikes.
What Happened
The rear brake calliper assembly on certain GASGAS motocross and cross country motorbikes may crack and break under excessive stress loads.
Which Products Are Affected
Full-sized MX motocross and Cross Country models with BRAKTEC rear brake system, including 2-stroke and 4-stroke MC and EX model variants from model years 2021–2024. These motorbikes are not road-registerable. Affected VINs are listed on the recall notice.
What You Should Do
Stop using the dirt bike immediately. Do not use the bike until the rear brake calliper has been replaced by an authorised dealership. Contact your local authorised dealer to schedule a free replacement of the rear brake calliper, including the calliper bracket. For assistance, contact KTM Australia Pty Ltd at 1800 644 771, recalls-au@gasgas.com, or visit https://www.gasgas.com/en-au.html.
Why This Matters
The hazard poses a risk of serious injury or death if the brake calliper fails and causes an accident, and one such incident has occurred overseas.
Source
Original source: ACCC Official Notice ↗
Related Product Recalls
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Similar body length
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Similar severity timing
Same severity (high) notices issued closest in time to August 27, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
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