2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1290 Super Adventure R years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R. That ranks 2nd out of 4 1290 Super Adventure R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Tires:tread/belt
Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Husqvarna and KTM motorcycles with equipped with TKC80 tires. Please refer to KTM's recall report for specific model details. Cracks longer than 3/16 inch may develop in the tread grooves. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 119, "New Pneumatic Tires-Other Than Passenger Cars."
Risk: Cracks in the tread can lead to tread separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact KTM's customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's numbers for this recall are KTB2208 and HTB2207.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The rear brake switch has failed 3 times on the motorcycle. It is a hydraulic switch and has been replaced under warranty 2 times. After the second replacement it has failed again. My safety is put at risk if I use the brakes and the brake light does not come on, this could cause a vehicle to…
Other Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R years
← 2019 1290 Super Adventure R · 2021 1290 Super Adventure R →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 1290 Super Adventure R | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 1290 Super Adventure R | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 1290 Super Adventure R | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1290 Super Adventure R model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.