# KTM North America, Inc.: Rear Brake Caliper May Crack and Break (26V443000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 35/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | KTM North America, Inc. |
| Subject | Rear Brake Caliper May Crack and Break |
| NHTSA ID | 26V443000 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Units potentially affected | 6257 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | 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. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (service brakes).
- 6,257 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V443000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.