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Campaign 26V-443

During backwards rolling, the brake caliper may crack near the primary pin casting, which may cause the caliper to break when riding

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Defect summary

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 501S, Husqvarna FE 350S, 2024 GasGas ES 350, and GasGas ES 500 motorcycles. During backwards rolling, the brake caliper may crack near the primary pin casting, which may cause the caliper to break when riding.

Consequence

Cracks or breaks in the rear brake caliper can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealer will replace the rear brake caliper, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 31, 2026. Owners may contact KTM and Husqvarna customer service at 1-888-985-6090. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov July 15, 2026.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 26V443000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

4 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about brakes on these vehicles: 1, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-443
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
GasgasES 35020240
GasgasES 50020240
HusqvarnaFe 350S2022 to 20241
HusqvarnaFe 501S2022 to 20240
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.