recall information
Recall number
REC-000597
PRA number
2020/18294
Campaign number
TI 07_1776254
Original published date
Last updated date
make and model information
Make
HUSQVARNA
Model
701 VITPILEN, 701 SVARTPILEN
Year range
2018 - 2020
Affected units
236
Images
Identifying features
See attached VIN list
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
During operation or while parked, due to unevenness on the sealing surfaces, it is possible that fuel can leak out of the fuel level sensor mounting area and/or the fuel pump mounting area of the fuel tank.
What are the hazards?
If a fuel leak occurs, leaking fuel could cause damage or may result in fire, increasing the risk of serious injury or death to the rider, bystanders and risk of damage to property.
What should consumers do?
Consumers are recommended to stop riding the motorcycle until it has been repaired. If you previously experienced or are now experiencing a fuel leak, immediately contact an authorised dealer and do not ride the motorcycle.
Consumers will be sent letters advising them of the recall and that parts are now available for immediate repairs. Consumers should contact an authorised dealer to arrange an appointment for inspection of their motorcycle, to have a replacement fuel tank installed.
For further information, consumers can contact Husqvarna on 1800 644 771 or find their nearest authorised dealer using the dealer search option at https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/au/
Consumers will be sent letters advising them of the recall and that parts are now available for immediate repairs. Consumers should contact an authorised dealer to arrange an appointment for inspection of their motorcycle, to have a replacement fuel tank installed.
For further information, consumers can contact Husqvarna on 1800 644 771 or find their nearest authorised dealer using the dealer search option at https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/au/
Supplier details
HQVA PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
KTM Group Customer Service
Contact phone
1800 644 771
Contact email
KTMGroup.CustomerService@ktm.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
