Recall 25V074 covers 5,116 2022-2025 Husqvarna motorcycles for cracking front brake calipers. Repair is free at franchised Husqvarna dealers.
Husqvarna recall 25V074 covers 5,116 2022-2025 Fe 350S, Fe 501S, Es 350, and Es 500 motorcycles because the front brake caliper can crack around the upper guide pin. A broken caliper can cause loss of front brake function and increase crash risk, and Husqvarna dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front brake caliper on the 2022-2025 Husqvarna Fe 350S, Es 500, Es 350, and Fe 501S motorcycles holds the brake pads at the front wheel. When you pull the front brake lever, hydraulic pressure pushes the caliper so the pads clamp onto the brake rotor. The upper guide pin helps keep that caliper movement aligned.
On affected motorcycles, the caliper body has irregular metal casting in the top portion of the part. That weak area sits near the upper guide pin. Under braking load, the caliper can crack in that area and stop holding the pads in the correct position.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not count on a sound, light, or change in lever feel to tell you the caliper has started to crack.
Who's affected?
Spans Husqvarna Fe 350S and Fe 501S plus Gasgas Es 350 and Es 500 models across the 2022-2025 model years, all tied to the front brake caliper.
| 2024 Husqvarna Fe 350S | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2025 Gasgas Es 500 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2025 Gasgas Es 350 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2023 Husqvarna Fe 501S | hydraulic brake system |
| 2024 Husqvarna Fe 501S | hydraulic brake system |
| 2024 Gasgas Es 350 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2024 Gasgas Es 500 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2022 Husqvarna Fe 501S | hydraulic brake system |
| 2022 Husqvarna Fe 350S | hydraulic brake system |
| 2023 Husqvarna Fe 350S | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 5,116 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A broken front brake caliper can take away front brake function and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the caliper breaks, so schedule the inspection promptly and use extra care until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Husqvarna dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2025 Husqvarna Fe 350S, Es 500, Es 350, or Fe 501S motorcycle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Husqvarna dealer to schedule the free front-brake-caliper inspection and replacement that fixes the crack-prone caliper.
- Reference recall number 25V074 when you call the dealer.
- Bring the owner notice if Husqvarna mailed one to you.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance and avoid hard front-brake use.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Husqvarna technician inspects the front brake caliper and verifies which supplier produced the caliper installed on the motorcycle. The inspection is free. If the caliper is defective, the technician replaces the front brake caliper at no charge under recall 25V074. If the caliper is not defective, it stays in place and no replacement is performed. Parts and labor are covered for any recall repair that is needed.
Timeline
| February 7, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 10, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| March 11, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 13, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V074?
Recall 25V074 covers 5,116 2022-2025 Husqvarna Fe 350S, Es 500, Es 350, and Fe 501S motorcycles with a front brake caliper that can crack around the upper guide pin. A broken caliper can cause loss of front brake function. Dealers will inspect and replace the caliper for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2025 Husqvarna Fe 350S, Es 500, Es 350, or Fe 501S is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 25V074. If it is, contact a franchised Husqvarna dealer to schedule the front brake caliper inspection. The dealer will replace the caliper if needed, free of charge. Reference recall number 25V074 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Husqvarna dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper if needed for free. Parts and labor are covered under recall 25V074.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of front brake function. The recalled motorcycles have a front brake caliper that can crack near the upper guide pin. If the caliper breaks, front braking force can be lost, increasing crash risk. Use the VIN check before scheduling repair.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 25V074?
Husqvarna mailed owner notification letters on March 11, 2025. If you bought the motorcycle used or did not receive a letter, the VIN still decides whether recall 25V074 applies. Check your VIN, then contact a franchised Husqvarna dealer or KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V074000 |
|---|---|
| Husqvarna customer service | 1-888-985-6090 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V074 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V074000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →