2024 KTM RC 390 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2024 KTM RC 390 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your RC 390?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2024 KTM RC 390 recalls

Water Can Cause Sudden Loss of Power While Riding

Recall 26V196Mar 27, 20267,974 vehicles affected

Water can enter the electronic throttle control unit on certain motorcycles and cause it to fail.

Most common 2024 KTM RC 390 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

What owners report

2026-05-29, Electrical System
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 I had reacted differently, been going faster, been in the middle of negotiating a turn, or a complex maneuver, this could have ended badly, resulting in me dropping the bike, potentially causing property damage, injuring myself, and others. No warning lights or messages were displayed regarding this issue. I have dropped off the vehicle at an authorized service center on 5/28/26, after finding rec
2026-05-06, Vehicle Speed Control
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 weeks have passed and now they have absolutely no answer as to when my part will be available. This has been a total of six weeks since purchasing the vehicle and I cannot even drive it as it was issued a recall the day after purchase. I am out of pocket $7000.00 and I have zero answers as to when I will receive it. I do not fault the dealership for selling it to me and I was given opportunities for a

2024 KTM RC 390 questions

Does the 2024 KTM RC 390 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2024 KTM RC 390: Water Can Cause Sudden Loss of Power While Riding. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Engine (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2024 KTM RC 390 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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