KTM 690 Enduro R problems & recalls

Problem: Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain 2019-2023 husqvarna and ktm motorcycles with equipped with tkc80 tires. please refer to ktm's recall report for specific model details. cracks longer than 3/16 inch may develop in the tread grooves. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 119, "new pneumatic tires-other than passenger cars."

Risk: Cracks in the tread can lead to tread separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed september 16, 2022. owners may contact ktm's customer service at 1-888-985-6090. ktm's numbers for this recall are ktb2208 and htb2207.

Problem: Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain 2018-2020 690 enduro r, vitpilen 701, 701 enduro, 701 supermoto, 2019-2020 690 smc r, svartpilen, 2018-2019 690 duke, and 2020 701 enduro lr motorcycles. the bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing, which could cause the clutch to become inoperable and not disengage when the clutch lever is pulled in.

Risk: An inoperable clutch increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the clutch slave cylinder and replace it if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 3, 2021. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. ktm's numbers for this recall are ktb2112 and htb2110.

Problem: Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain model year 2015 690 enduro r motorcycles manufactured november 1, 2014, to february 28, 2015. the rear brake line from the abs pressure modulator to the foot brake cylinder may have been damaged during the assembly process and/or be subject to subsequent damage caused by contact with the spring clamp of the crank case ventilation hose.

Risk: A damaged brake line may cause a loss of rear braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positioning of the crank case ventilation hose clamp, correcting it as necessary. any damaged brake line will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on may 1, 2015. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. note: owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the recall has been

Problem: Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain model year 2014 690 enduro r motorcycles manufactured october 2013 to april 2014. in the affected motorcycles, the rear brake pedal mounting bolt may loosen, allowing the rear brake pedal to detach from the motorcycle.

Risk: If the rear brake pedal detaches, the rider would only have the front brake to slow or stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will install and properly torque, a washer and new rear brake pedal mounting bolt with threadlocker, free of charge. the recall began in july 2014. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

Problem: Ktm is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 motorcycles manufactured from november 2009 through november 23, 2010. due to improper heat treatment, the handlebar clamps can develop cracks, allowing the handlebar to move from its set position.

Risk: Unexpected movement of the handlebar may cause the driver to crash, possibly resulting in injury or death to the rider or others.

Fix: Authorized ktm dealers will replace the defective clamps free of charge. the safety recall began on may 25, 2011. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090 for assistance.