2021 Ktm 890 Adventure R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 890 Adventure R years
- Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Ktm 890 Adventure R. That is the most of any 890 Adventure R model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 67%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Ktm 890 Adventure R 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 | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Ktm 890 Adventure R recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Tires:tread/belt
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.
During standard operation, light-to-moderate hydraulic line pressure generated by the front brake master cylinder fails to actuate the integrated inline hydraulic brake light pressure switch. The rear brake lamp illuminates normally when triggered independently by the rear brake pedal switch, but…
PLEASE NOTE: NHTSA website data base vehicle model for VIN listed is INCORRECT. Model subject of this complaint is 2021 KTM 890R Adventure. When cold, first start of day, subject motorcycle engine does not run consistently / stumbles /stalls at start up and drive off. Safety issue for me is the…
This motorcycle (your website calls it a 790 Adventure, but it's a 890 Adventure) has around 7000 miles on it. I purchased it new in March 2021. Ever since new, It should start with one light tap of the starter button. Instead, I have to hit the starter 3 or 4 times, and hold the throttle slightly…
Other Ktm 890 Adventure R years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 890 Adventure R | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 890 Adventure R | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 890 Adventure R | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ktm 890 Adventure R?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Ktm 890 Adventure 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 890 Adventure R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 890 Adventure R model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.