2021 Ktm 690 Enduro R Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 26, 2025 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 690 Enduro R years
Not enough data 1st of 10 for complaints
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Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Ktm 690 Enduro R. That is the most of any 690 Enduro R model year in the database (10 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 33%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2021 Ktm 690 Enduro R problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System1
Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~820 mi
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System133%———
Fuel System, Gasoline133%820——
Structure133%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2021 Ktm 690 Enduro R recalls (1)

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Tires:tread/beltAug 5, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V588000 · 27,399 vehicles

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.

- Motorcycle gas tank developed a leak near where it bolts onto the frame while riding. KTM dealership did an inspection while they had bike from Aug 24 2024- April 3 2025. KTM determined itself not at fault and I had to pay $1,990.18 out of pocket for replacement. KTM kept faulty gas tank. -Gas…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jun 26, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11669432

Seems as if the gas tank has expanded and caused the rear fender plastics to pop out of the clips and can see fender body gaps larger than before.

Structure · received Jun 15, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11667046

The contact owns a 2021 KTM 690 Enduro-R Motorcycle. The contact stated that the gas tank cover had developed gaps between them. The contact inspected the fuel tank and discovered that the fuel tank was swollen and had expanded, causing the fuel tank covers to develop gaps. The contact stated that…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Apr 14, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11654528

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ktm 690 Enduro R?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline, structure problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Ktm 690 Enduro R?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2021 Ktm 690 Enduro R a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 690 Enduro R model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.