Ktm 390 Duke Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 30, 2026 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Ktm 390 Duke, across 8 model years (2015–2025). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Peak: 2017, with 3 complaints
2015: 2201522016: 1201612017: 3201732018: 1201812022: 0202202023: 0202302024: 0202402025: 020250

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Ktm 390 Duke years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 390 Duke model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2017 390 Duke: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2015 390 Duke: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2018 390 Duke: 1 complaint, 0 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 390 Duke problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine640
Fuel/propulsion System110
Power Train110

All Ktm 390 Duke model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2025 390 Duke01——
2024 390 Duke02——
2023 390 Duke01——
2022 390 Duke01——
2018 390 Duke10—Engine
2017 390 Duke30—Engine
2016 390 Duke10—Engine
2015 390 Duke20—Engine

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ktm 390 Duke years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (3), 2015 (2), 2018 (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 390 Duke?

Engine, with 6 complaints across 4 model years.

How many recalls does the Ktm 390 Duke have?

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