2020 Ktm 790 Adventure Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 790 Adventure years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure. That ranks 2nd out of 3 790 Adventure model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (7 complaints, 64%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 64% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 18% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 9% | 7,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 9% | 215 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Ktm 790 Adventure recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 KTM 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R, and 2020 KTM 790 Adventure R Rally motorcycles. The front brake master cylinder piston return spring may be too weak to return the brake piston to its original position, reducing the functionality of the front brake.
Risk: A front brake with reduced functionality may increase the distance required to stop as well as the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the return spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTM2106.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R motorcycles. The rear brake hose may overheat, causing the rear brake system to fail.
Risk: If the rear brake system fails, there would be reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: KTM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new rear brake line, free of charge. The recall began April 28, 2020. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is TB2011.
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.
At approximately 14,700 Miles, the motor on the bike shut off abruptly while riding at 60 mph down the road while negotiating a blind curve. The vehicle was catastrophically disabled with no warning sounds, lights, or codes and left me stranded in an area with limited cell reception and in a blind…
Engine requires multiple tries to start when cold due to inadequate fuel supply from fuel sensors or fuel injectors. A recurring issue, this happens upon starting every time the engine is cold. This is a known issue by KTM. When the bike was returned to dealer, they reset the sensors and the bike…
Riding at a constant speed in either 3rd or 4th gear, approx. 30-40mph. Was preparing to make a left turn in the left turn lane so began decelerating by downshifting through all gears until reaching neutral. Once I got to neutral, the engine stalled within 1 or 2 seconds later. Light braking was…
The main rear shock shaft seal has failed on two separate occasions causing shock oil to spill all over the catalytic converter posing a huge risk for fire. On both failure instances the motorcycle was being transported on a motorcycle specific hitch rack on the back of my pickup truck. The first…
The engineâs intake crank lobe (left side) and itâs follower wore unexpectedly to a point that the engine is unusable without inspection and replacement of internal parts. All manufacturerâs service instructions were strictly adhered to and the motorcycle (and original engine) has little more…
Other Ktm 790 Adventure years
← 2019 790 Adventure · 2024 790 Adventure →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 790 Adventure | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 2 |
| 2019 790 Adventure | 12 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 7 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 790 Adventure model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.