NHTSA Recall 21V627000: Mounting fasteners/hardware (structure) and motorcycle fork/swingarm (suspension)
KTM North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,506 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Husqvarna Svartpilen 701.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V627000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | HTB2106 |
| Components | STRUCTURE › MOTORCYCLE › FAIRING/COWLING/WINDSCREEN › MOUNTING FASTENERS/HARDWARE; SUSPENSION › REAR › MOTORCYCLE FORK/SWINGARM |
| Report received | August 10, 2021 |
| Owner notification | October 1, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Husqvarna Motorcycle 701 Vitpilen and 2019-2020 701 Svartpilen motorcycles. The gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm may be positioned incorrectly, possibly resulting in a loose rear axle nut, causing the license plate holder to contact the rear wheel.
Safety risk
License plate bracket interference with the rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and realign the gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm, and inspect the tightness of the rear wheel axle collar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is HTB2106.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V627000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.