2024 Ktm RC 390 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 29, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other RC 390 years
Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Ktm RC 390. That is the most of any RC 390 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2024 Ktm RC 390 problems

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

Electrical System2
Engine1
Fuel/propulsion System1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System2100%———
Engine150%———
Fuel/propulsion System150%———
Vehicle Speed Control150%———

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

2024 Ktm RC 390 recalls (1)

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Vehicle speed control:throttleMar 27, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V196000 · 7,974 vehicles

Problem: KTM North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 390 Duke and 2022-2024 RC 390 motorcycles. Water may enter the throttle (e-throttle) control unit and cause it to fail, resulting in loss of drive power while riding.

Risk: Loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: KTM will inspect and replace the e-throttle control, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov March 31, 2026. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2606 & HTB2603. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V598.

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.

While commuting to work on 5/26/26, around 5:30 am, I felt my vehicle decelerate, and the throttle became unresponsive. I shifted into neutral and coasted for a little while, working the throttle from limit to limit to feel its responsiveness. After a few cycles, it seemed to be acting normally. If…

Electrical System · received May 29, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11740809

I purchased the motorcycle March 27th, 2026 and was told that I would receive it within a week. Then had to call KTM on April 15, 2026 and was told by a representative that it would be another week to receive the part. The following week came by and was told it would be another week or two. Two…

Vehicle Speed Control · received May 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736178

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YearComplaintsRecalls
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ktm RC 390?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2024 Ktm RC 390?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2024 Ktm RC 390 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RC 390 model years, the 2024 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.