2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 15, 2023 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%). 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 2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R problems

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

Engine1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%———
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%———

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

2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R.

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.

Without prior indications, randomly the radiator busted open and it spit hot coolant on my leg. I first felt the burning sensation on my leg and wasn't sure what had happened... since it happened while I was taking off, it quickly cooled down. Thanks to my jeans all I had was a minor burn on my…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 15, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11527237

Other Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R years

YearComplaintsRecalls
201710

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R?

Owners most often report engine, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2017 Ktm V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other V-Twin RC8 Super Duke R model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.