2019 Alta Redshift Exr, 2018–2019 Alta Redshift MXR Recall: Software for the throttle control may fault if the throttle is rolled…
NHTSA campaign 18V502000 · Electrical System · filed Jul 31, 2018 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Alta Motors (Alta) is recalling certain 2019 Alta Redshift EXR and 2018-2019 Alta Redshift MXR motorcycles. The software for the throttle control may fault if the throttle is rolled forward past the closed position, possibly resulting in a motorcycle stall.
The risk
A motorcycle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Alta will notify owners, and dealers will install an update for the throttle software, free of charge. The recall began August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Alta customer service at 1-415-230-0755. Alta's number for this recall is SVC-ESB-18-004.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Alta | Redshift Exr | 2019 |
| Alta | Redshift MXR | 2018, 2019 |
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 18V502000 (manufacturer number SVC-ESB-18-004). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.