Ktm 1290 Super Adventure Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 13, 2019 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure, across 2 model years (2015–2016). The 2015 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2015, with 2 complaints
2015: 2201522016: 120161

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Ktm 1290 Super Adventure years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 1290 Super Adventure model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2015 1290 Super Adventure: 2 complaints, 3 recalls
  2. 2016 1290 Super Adventure: 1 complaint, 3 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Ktm 1290 Super Adventure problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Steering110
Structure110

All Ktm 1290 Super Adventure model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2016 1290 Super Adventure13—Steering
2015 1290 Super Adventure23—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ktm 1290 Super Adventure years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2015 (2), 2016 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure have?

3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.