2020 KTM 690 Enduro R problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 KTM 690 Enduro R.
Recalls
Power Train #21V792000 · 2021 · 8,398 units
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.
Tires #22V588000 · 2022 · 27,399 units
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.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2020 KTM 690 Enduro R have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 KTM 690 Enduro R. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2020 KTM 690 Enduro R problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is fuel/propulsion system.