Husqvarna, Gasgas recall 26V443000 - Caliper

NHTSA · July 8, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V443000 (Husqvarna, Gasgas), reported July 8, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 6,257.
• Component: Caliper.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

July 8, 2026

Recalling firm

KTM North America, Inc.

Source ID

26V443000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 31 recall campaigns from KTM North America, Inc since 2010, 3 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 6,257 vehicles, it is larger than 72% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

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.

Corrective action

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.

Affected vehicles

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