KTM Rc 390 problems & recalls
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Vehicle Speed Control #26V196000 · 2026 · 7,974 units
Problem: Ktm north america, inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 390 duke and 2022-2024 rc 390 motorcycles. water may enter the throttle (e-throttle) control unit and cause it to fail, resulting in loss of drive power while riding.
Risk: Loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Ktm will inspect and replace the e-throttle control, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 30, 2026. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will become searchable on nhtsa.gov march 31, 2026. ktm's number for this recall is ktb2606 & htb2603. this recall expands previous nhtsa recall number 25v
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