2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R recalls and problems

The 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R has 2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2020 compares

High

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

High complaint count among 7 1290 Super Duke R model years — 2nd most.

2recalls

3complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

1,700median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Electrical System

Dec 6, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V900000 · 1,040 vehicles

Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling all 2020-2022 1290 Super Duke R and Super Duke R EVO motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be misrouted or missing parts, which can cause wiring harness damage and result in an electrical short-circuit or engine stall.

Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Dealers will inspect and repair the main wiring harness installation, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2023. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2211.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Electrical System

Feb 26, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V122000 · 521 vehicles

Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles. The wiring harness located in the rear of the motorcycle may be routed incorrectly, which could result in wiring damage and an electrical short-circuit.

Risk: An electrical short-circuit could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy & notes

KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness, and repair as necessary. In addition, dealers will modify a piece of the bodywork called the "tail end lower part" to correct the routing of the wiring harness and add wiring protection and cable ties. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. KTM's number for this recall is TB2104.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine2

Power Train2

Electrical System1

Vehicle Speed Control1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2020 vs. other Ktm 1290 Super Duke R years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2020. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R, the latest from Dec 6, 2022 (electrical system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (2), power train (2), electrical system (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.