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🧸 Product FR August 22, 2022

ktm, husqvarna, gasgas — ktm 125 sx ktm 150 sx ktm 125 xc (us modell) hqv tc 125 gg mc 125 motocyclette

une commande d’allumage défectueuse peut conduire à la rupture de la bielle du pédalier du moteur. cela peut causer le blocage de la roue arrière, ce qui peut à son tour entraîner un accident.

A defective ignition switch may cause the engine’s crankshaft connecting rod to break. This could lock the rear wheel and lead to an accident.
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116 days in total
May 19, 2026 September 12, 2026
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What is this? This is about some dirt bikes made by KTM, Husqvarna, and GasGas. A broken part in the engine can make the back wheel lock up.

What's happening? The bikes may have a bad ignition switch. This can break the engine part that turns the back wheel. If the wheel locks, you could crash.

Does this affect me? If you own one of these bikes in France, you might be at risk. The bikes listed are: KTM 125 SX, KTM 150 SX, KTM 125 XC (US model), HQV TC 125, and GG MC 125.

What should I do? Stop riding the bike and take it to a mechanic right away. Ask your mechanic or a dealer for help before riding again.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: automobiles, motos, scooters · Hazard: blessures · une commande d’allumage défectueuse peut conduire à la rupture de la bielle du pédalier du moteur. cela peut causer le blocage de la roue arrière, ce qui peut à son tour entraîner un accident.

First published
August 22, 2022
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/48442/rapex

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What is this product recall alert about?
ktm, husqvarna, gasgas — ktm 125 sx ktm 150 sx ktm 125 xc (us modell) hqv tc 125 gg mc 125 motocyclette. A defective ignition switch may cause the engine’s crankshaft connecting rod to break. This could lock the rear wheel and lead to an accident.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on August 22, 2022 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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