2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R recalls and problems

The 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R has 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is electrical system.

How the 2021 compares

Lowest

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Lowest complaint count among 7 1290 Super Duke R model years — 7th most.

1recalls

1complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

8,000median 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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1 recall

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Electrical System1

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

2021 vs. other Ktm 1290 Super Duke R years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2021. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2021 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 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R?

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