Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R, across 4 model years (2018–2021). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 1290 Super Adventure R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 1290 Super Adventure R: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2021 1290 Super Adventure R: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2020 1290 Super Adventure R: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 1290 Super Adventure R | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2020 1290 Super Adventure R | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 1290 Super Adventure R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 1290 Super Adventure R | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (2), 2021 (1), 2020 (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 R?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.