Fork piston rod may detach from fork cap
Defect Summary
Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain model year 2015 husqvarna fe 350 s and fe 501 s motorcycles manufactured from july 23, 2014, to october 17, 2014. in the forks of the affected motorcycles, the threaded connection between the piston rod and fork cap may not have been sufficiently tightened and therefore the piston rod could become stuck within the fork leg.
Safety Consequence
If the piston rod detaches within the fork leg, the front suspension could malfunction and destabilize the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ktm will notify owners, and husqvarna motorcycle dealers will inspect the torque of the fork piston rod to the fork cap, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 21, 2015. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. ktm's number for this recall is tb 1503. note: this recall supersedes recall 14v-772 in its entirety.
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FAQ: Recall 15V055000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V055000?
NHTSA recall 15V055000 was issued by Ktm North America, Inc. on February 2, 2015. It addresses: Fork piston rod may detach from fork cap. The recall affects approximately 249 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ktm North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V055000 or the manufacturer campaign number TB 1503. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.