KTM Recalls Husqvarna and GasGas Motorcycles for Brake Caliper Issue
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KTM North America is recalling certain 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 501S, FE 350S, and 2024 GasGas ES 350 and ES 500 motorcycles due to a potential rear brake caliper crack.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 5, 2026 and geographically references United States. 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 - Vehicle 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.
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What Happened
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 501S, Husqvarna FE 350S, 2024 GasGas ES 350, and GasGas ES 500 motorcycles. During backwards rolling, the brake caliper may crack near the primary pin casting, which may cause the caliper to break when riding.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers certain 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 501S, Husqvarna FE 350S, 2024 GasGas ES 350, and GasGas ES 500 motorcycles, with a total of 50,056 units affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V443000. Specific VINs will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 15, 2026.
What You Should Do
Dealers will replace the rear brake caliper free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact KTM and Husqvarna customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
Why This Matters
Cracks or breaks in the rear brake caliper can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Source
NHTSA Campaign 26V443000 - KTM North America, Inc.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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