KTM North America, Inc. Recall certain Husqvarna FE 501S, Husqvarna FE 350S, GasGas ES 350, and GasGas ES 500 motorcycles

WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 20, 2026 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) –

KTM North America, Inc. Recall: Rear Brake Caliper may Crack and Break

Cracks or breaks in the rear brake caliper can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA ID Number: 26V443000

Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.

Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected: 6,257

Summary: 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.

Remedy: Dealer 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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov July 15, 2026.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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