2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).

3Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure recalls

Fuel May Leak From Tank Cover, Creating Fire Risk

Recall 19V087Feb 7, 20191,588 vehicles affected

Fuel may leak from the area where the fuel tank cover mounts to the tank, due to a defect in the fuel tank cover mounting insert.

Frayed wiring can melt brake line, causing brake failure

Recall 16V854Nov 28, 20167,801 vehicles affected

The wiring harness for the electronic control unit can fray and contact the ABS modulator.

Rear shock may leak oil and lose function, raising crash risk

Recall 16V279May 10, 20161,238 vehicles affected

The rear shock absorber can leak oil from its rebound damping plug.

Most common 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering1

What owners report

2017-04-12, Steering
WHEN RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE ONCE ~40 MPH IS REACHED THERE IS A VIBRATION / WOBBLE IN THE FRONTEND THAT CAN BE FELT AND ULTIMATELY IF THE GRIP IS LOOSENED OR HANDS REMOVED THE MOTORCYCLE SHAKES AND WOBBLES. THE WOBBLE IS LESS NOTICABLE AS SPEEDS INCREASE THROUGH 60 MPH. WHEN THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED ACCESSORY LUGGAGE IS ATTACHED (EMPTY) THE WOBBLE IS WORSENED AND WHEN THE LUGGAGE IS LOADED THE WOBBLE / SHAKE INCREASES MORE. IT FEELS EXTREMELY UNSAFE AND UNSTABLE.

2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure questions

Does the 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure: Fuel May Leak From Tank Cover, Creating Fire Risk; Frayed wiring can melt brake line, causing brake failure; Rear shock may leak oil and lose function, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 KTM 1290 Super Adventure has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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