2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 20, 2026 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 790 Adventure R years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R. That ranks 2nd out of 5 790 Adventure R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (5 complaints, 63%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R problems

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

Engine5
Electrical System2
Fuel/propulsion System2
Power Train2
Exterior Lighting1
Unknown or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine563%———
Electrical System225%———
Fuel/propulsion System225%———
Power Train225%———
Exterior Lighting113%———
Unknown or Other113%———
Vehicle Speed Control113%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2024, with 4 complaints
2022: 2202222023: 1202312024: 4202442026: 120261

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R.

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.

Information screen filled with condensation not sealed correctly causing inability to see speed, warnings, brake and and and controls

Electrical System · received May 20, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11738953

The brake light does not illuminate when the front brake is actuated. The light illuminates when actuating the rear brake, but only with significant pressure on the pedal. I do not know what specific component is causing the issue, but have seen online that it may be related to faulty brake…

Exterior Lighting · received Aug 26, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11610884

Cams showing early signs of failure at 12,000 mile inspection.

Engine · received May 15, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11588861

Multiple Issues to report: 1 - Transmission stuck in gear WHILE RIDING! -The transmission or shifting mechanism became unresponsive during riding. The transmission allowed for a downshift from 3rd gear into 2nd, then remained in 2nd gear as the transmission became unresponsive to…

Engine · received Apr 11, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11582403

Center display screen, aka TFT, randomly turns off while motorcycle is operating. The center screen displays the speedometer, fuel level and other information and an unsafe driving condition is created by the center screen randomly turning off. Center display screen is also affected by moisture…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Jan 28, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11568334

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R?

Owners most often report engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 5 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2022 Ktm 790 Adventure R a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 790 Adventure R model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.