- The problem
- KTM North America, Inc.'s (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 350 EXC-F and 500 EXC motorcycles manufactured from September 2011 through August 2012. Due to the supplier's manufacturing inconsistencies, the preformed fuel hoses may develop cracks or holes at either end. During use, the fuel hoses, located between the fuel tank and the throttle body fuel rail, may allowing fuel to leak.
- The risk
- The fuel may leak onto the rear tire while the motorcycle is being ridden, increasing the risk of a crash. It is also possible that, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire can occur.
- The fix
- KTM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective fuel hoses free of charge. The safety recall began on December 11, 2012. Owners may contact KTM Customer relations at 1-888-985-6090.
Vehicle safety record
2012 KTM 500 Exc Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2012 KTM 500 Exc have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2012 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 500 Exc year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2012 KTM 500 Exc recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 2012 KTM 500 Exc yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
KTM 500 Exc: every year compared
All 500 Exc years2012 KTM 500 Exc vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 KTM 500 Exc | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2012 KTM V-Twin LC8 Supermoto | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 KTM 500 Exc
Does the 2012 KTM 500 Exc have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 KTM 500 Exc: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (November 2012). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2012 KTM 500 Exc had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2012 KTM 500 Exc a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical KTM 500 Exc year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which KTM 500 Exc years have the most complaints?
2013 (2), 2016 (1). See every KTM 500 Exc year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 KTM 500 Exc has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data