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Restraint / CrashAugust 13, 2013CPSC #13263

Husqvarna Recalls Closed-Course/Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard

Product
ATVs & Off-Road
Units affected
260
Remedy
repair

What was recalled

This recall involves four 2013 models of Husqvarna closed course/competition motorcycles, including CR125, WR125, WR250 and WR300. The Husqvarna two-wheeled off-road motorcycles are white, red and black. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycle just below the tail end of the seat. Husqvarna is printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter D is a 2013 model.

Hazard

The motorcycle's throttle cable can malfunction so the rider loses speed control, posing a crash hazard.

Injuries

None reported

Made in

Italy

Where it was sold

  • Motorcycle shops nationwide from October 2012 through June 2013 for between $6,300 and $7,100.

Photos

Husqvarna CR125 modelHusqvarna WR125 modelHusqvarna WR250 modelHusqvarna WR300 model
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