Ktm 890 Adventure R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Ktm 890 Adventure R, across 4 model years (2021–2025). The 2021 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Ktm 890 Adventure R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 890 Adventure R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 890 Adventure R: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2025 890 Adventure R: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2023 890 Adventure R: 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 890 Adventure R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ktm 890 Adventure R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 890 Adventure R | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2023 890 Adventure R | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2022 890 Adventure R | 1 | 1 | — | Tires | |
| 2021 890 Adventure R | 3 | 1 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ktm 890 Adventure R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2021 (3), 2025 (1), 2023 (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 890 Adventure R?
Engine, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Ktm 890 Adventure R have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.