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KTM 790 Adventure Recall 21V304: Weak Front Brake Spring Can Reduce Stopping Power

NHTSA campaign 21V304, reported April 30, 2021, 3,707 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The front brake master cylinder on these motorcycles may have a return spring that is too weak. This can keep the brake piston from returning fully to its original position, which reduces the front brake's effectiveness.

A front brake with reduced function can increase the distance needed to stop and raises the risk of a crash and injury. Riders should be cautious and check the front brake before riding.

The repair is free. Authorized dealers will replace the return spring at no charge. Owners can contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090 and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V304KTM North America, Inc.
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Problem
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 KTM 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R, and 2020 KTM 790 Adventure R Rally motorcycles. The front brake master cylinder piston return spring may be too weak to return the brake piston to its original position, reducing the functionality of the front brake.
Risk
A front brake with reduced functionality may increase the distance required to stop as well as the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the return spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTM2106.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

KTM 790 Adventure20192020
KTM 790 Adventure R20192020
KTM 790 Adventure R Rally2020