2021 Ktm 890 Duke Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 19, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 890 Duke years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Ktm 890 Duke. That ranks 2nd out of 2 890 Duke model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 10,000 miles. 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 2021 Ktm 890 Duke problems

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

Electrical System1 · ~10,000 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~10,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%10,000——
Exterior Lighting1100%10,000——

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

2021 Ktm 890 Duke recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2021 Ktm 890 Duke.

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.

The contact owns a 2021 KTM 890 Duke. The contact stated that while attempting to use the front brakes while riding at various speeds, the rear brake light failed to illuminate as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that other drivers had mentioned that the…

Electrical System · received Aug 19, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11681523

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2022 890 Duke20
202110

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ktm 890 Duke?

Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Ktm 890 Duke?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2021 Ktm 890 Duke a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 890 Duke model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.