KTM 690 Smc R problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2019–2025: 1 recall campaign and 11 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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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.
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