CarRecallWatchThe 2020 KTM 690 SMC R has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2020 KTM 690 SMC R recalls
Clutch May Not Disengage, Raising Crash Risk
A bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing.
Most common 2020 KTM 690 SMC R problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
What owners report
The seat of this motorcycle unhooks itself from the front under hard acceleration.This continues to happen every single time. Extremely dangerous. Unit is under warranty and manufacturer refuses to fix the issue. I believe the issue is that the seat hooks are just a hair too short and this allows the seat to unhook, only under heavy acceleration. Consumer seat came off after 2K miles and under warranty but dealer refuses to repair it and claims it is consumer's fault.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2020 KTM 690 SMC R. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE MOTORCYCLE SLID OUT WHEN THE CONTACT WENT TO STAND THE MOTOR BIKE UP; THE MOTORCYCLE PROCEEDED TO EXPLODE WITHOUT WARNING, ENGULFING THE CONTACT IN FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED AND A REPORT WAS TAKEN. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE AND UPON EXAMINATION THE MOTORCYCLE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE AND TOLD THE CONTACT THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 800.
2020 KTM 690 SMC R questions
Does the 2020 KTM 690 SMC R have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2020 KTM 690 SMC R: Clutch May Not Disengage, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 KTM 690 SMC R?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1), Seats (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 KTM 690 SMC R has been fixed?
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