Recall stories don’t get the персона treatment around here – a cracked brake caliper isn’t a bit, it’s just a thing you need to go check on your bike today if it applies to you.

KTM North America recalls 6,257 Husqvarna and GasGas dual-sports over a cracking rear brake caliper

KTM North America is recalling 6,257 units of the 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 501S, 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 350S, and 2024 GasGas ES 350 and ES 500 because the rear brake caliper’s primary pin casting can crack or break when the bike rolls backward, which can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash. The recall is filed under NHTSA campaign number 26V443000. Dealers will replace the affected rear brake caliper free of charge, and owner notification letters are expected to go out on 2 September 2026.

What’s actually affected, and what to do about it

The recall covers the rear brake caliper – a hydraulic service-brake component – specifically its primary pin casting, which NHTSA’s filing says can develop cracks during backward rolling and, in the worst case, fail completely during riding. If you own one of the affected models, the VIN lookup has been searchable on NHTSA.gov since 15 July 2026; KTM North America’s customer service line for this campaign is 1-888-985-6090. The fix itself is straightforward – a caliper swap at any dealer, at no cost – but it’s not a wait-and-see item given the failure mode described.

Recall details
NHTSA campaign 26V443000
Models Husqvarna FE 501S / FE 350S (2022-2024), GasGas ES 350 / ES 500 (2024)
Units affected 6,257
Component Rear brake caliper (primary pin casting)
Remedy Free caliper replacement at dealers
Owner letters Expected 2 September 2026

Why this keeps happening to the same corner of the KTM family tree

Husqvarna and GasGas dual-sports share a lot of running gear with their KTM siblings under the Pierer Mobility umbrella, which is part of why a supplier-level brake component issue tends to show up across all three badges rather than staying isolated to one brand. It’s a useful reminder that “which manufacturer” matters less for a recall than “which parts bin” – the same logic that had Kove developing its own ground-up 350 Rally rather than just shrinking its 450 instead of reusing another platform’s parts wholesale. If you’re shopping any of these three brands’ off-road-focused dual-sports right now, it’s worth checking the VIN before you finalize anything, the same way you’d want to know before buying Bajaj’s newly-spotted ADV prototype sight unseen once it actually reaches dealers.

FAQ

Which motorcycles are affected by this recall?

2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 501S and FE 350S, and 2024 GasGas ES 350 and ES 500 – 6,257 units in total.

What’s wrong with the affected bikes?

The rear brake caliper’s primary pin casting can crack or break when the bike rolls backward, which can reduce braking ability and increase crash risk.

How do I get my bike fixed?

Any KTM North America dealer will replace the rear brake caliper at no cost. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed 2 September 2026, but you can check your VIN on NHTSA.gov now.

Is there a cost to owners?

No – the caliper replacement is free under the recall.

Photo: motorsportsnewswire.com.

Official source: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V443000