2013 Ktm 500 Exc problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires (1) · Service Brakes (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings 2012-11-09 · campaign 12V531000 · 1,181 vehicles
Defect: KTM North America, Inc.'s (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 350 EXC-F and 500 EXC motorcycles manufactured from September 2011 through August 2012. Due to the supplier's manufacturing inconsistencies, the preformed fuel hoses may develop cracks or holes at either end. During use, the fuel hoses, located between the fuel tank and the throttle body fuel rail, may allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: The fuel may leak onto the rear tire while the motorcycle is being ridden, increasing the risk of a crash. It is also possible that, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire can occur.
Fix: KTM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective fuel hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on December 11, 2012. Owners may contact KTM Customer relations at 1-888-985-6090.
What owners report
2014-12-15 · Tires“tl* the contact owns a 2013 ktm 990 smt (na) motorcycle equipped with two continental contisportattack tl tires, size 120/70zr17 m/c (58w). the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 14t009000 (tires). after contacting the manufacturer on several occasions, the contact was made aware that the replacement tires would be shipped …”
2014-08-18 · Service Brakes“tl-the contact owns a 2013 ktm 85 motorcycle. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the rear brake failed without warning. the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer had not been notified. the vin was unavailable. the approximate failure mileage was ten hours. ne…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.