KTM North America Inc. has issued a recall for roughly 21,040 GASGAS and Husqvarna off-road motorcycles sold in the United States, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced. An additional 4,140 motorcycles were affected in Canada.

The recall encompasses certain 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 model-year motorcycles. The defect involves the rear brake caliper, a component that can crack or break. This failure can potentially compromise the motorcycle's braking system, creating a crash hazard that could result in serious injury or death.

Owners of affected motorcycles are strongly advised by the CPSC to stop riding them immediately. They should contact an authorized GASGAS or Husqvarna dealer to schedule a free repair.

The recalled motorcycles were sold at authorized GASGAS and Husqvarna dealerships nationwide between September 2020 and June 2023. Prices ranged from approximately $7,300 to $13,000. The motorcycles were manufactured in Austria and imported by KTM North America, headquartered in Amherst, Ohio.

Included in the recall are various off-road models from both brands, such as Husqvarna FE and TE models, and GASGAS EC, EX, and MC models. Owners can identify their specific motorcycle by checking the vehicle identification number (VIN), which is located on the right side of the steering head.

While Husqvarna motorcycles are known to be favored by actor Brad Pitt, who has been reported to own a Husqvarna Nuda 900 R, the recalled models are off-road bikes and distinct from Pitt's known street motorcycle. The Nuda 900 R is not among the recalled models, and there is no indication that Pitt's personal motorcycle is affected by this recall.

Husqvarna and GASGAS are both part of the KTM Group, and KTM North America manages the brands' operations and distribution in North America. The CPSC directs consumers to check their VIN on the official Husqvarna or GASGAS recall-check pages or contact the brands directly. The consumer contact number provided is 888-985-6090, available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.

As of the recall announcement, there have been no reported injuries linked to the defect. However, regulators emphasize that the component could fail without apparent warning, and owners should not continue riding affected motorcycles until the repair is completed.