The contact owns a 2021 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Motorcycle. The contact stated that the motorcycle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V900000 (Electrical System); and the cable tie with the foot section wiring harness protection was installed. The contact stated that while riding and steering the motorcycle at various speeds, the wiring cable underneath the seat was significantly stretched and fractured, causing the motorcycle to misfire and then stall while riding. The motorcycle was taken to the dealer, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,000.
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Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling all 2020-2022 1290 Super Duke R and Super Duke R EVO motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be misrouted or missing parts, which can cause wiring harness damage and result in an electrical short-circuit or engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the main wiring harness installation, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2023. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1‑888‑985‑6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2211.
Recall number 22V900000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R 3
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Is the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R, fewer than a typical 1290 Super Duke R model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R electrical?
Yes, 1 recall: 22V900000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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