2006 Ktm 950 Supermoto Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 950 Supermoto years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Ktm 950 Supermoto. That is the most of any 950 Supermoto model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (6 complaints, 75%), typically at around 3,154 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Ktm 950 Supermoto 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 75% | 3,154 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 25% | 4,877 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Ktm 950 Supermoto recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: On certain 950 motorcycles, the rear brake may feel spongy or soft when applying the brake. This could lead to improper rear braking.
Risk: Improper rear braking could result in a crash.
Fix: Ktm dealers will replace the rear brake system components. The recall began on march 1, 2007. Owners may contact ktm at 1-440-985-3553.
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 fuel tank swells in size so much that it cannot be reinstalled to the bike using the factory mounting bracket. It had to be modified, and now i might have to drill a hole further back in the frame to fit my tank back on. I know multiple people with the same bike who's tanks start to leak after…
The fuel tank has developed a leak. The leak appears to be a manufacturing defect and is coming from a threaded fitting. The tank was not mechanically damaged in any way. *tr
Fuel leaks from tank where low fuel level sensor is fastened to tank. The sealing o-ring on fuel level sensor does not contact the mating surface on the plastic tank due to a dip or low spot in the mating suffice. *tr
Failure of fuel tank resulting in gasoline leak due to warping of tank. *tr
Fuel tank deformed and leaked about 2 gallons of gasoline in my closed garage - 2008. Ktm north america instructed bike be taken to dealership for evaluation - ellicott city motorsports visually inspected, called ktm/na who instructed me to "try loctite 518 sealant". This worked for about 6 months…
Other Ktm 950 Supermoto years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 8 | 1 |
| 2005 950 Supermoto | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ktm 950 Supermoto?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Ktm 950 Supermoto?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Ktm 950 Supermoto a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 950 Supermoto model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.