KTM North America, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2025

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 5 safety recalls made by KTM North America, Inc. in 2025. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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December 23, 2025

(Campaign #: KTB2514)

Side Stand Spring May Break

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2025 390 Adventure R, 390 SMC R, 390 Adventure X, and 390 Enduro R motorcycles. Engine vibrations may cause the side stand spring to break and the side stand to fall to the ground.

NHTSA ID: 25V907000

Component: STRUCTURE

# of Units Affected: 2,512

Consequence Summary:

A motorcycle side stand that falls to the ground while riding can shut off the ignition, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action:

Owners are advised to secure the side stand before riding the motorcycle until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the side stand spring and install a new side stand sensor retaining plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on February 17, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. The manufacturer's number for this recall is KTB2514. The information in your report suggests that KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6. Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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December 1, 2025

(Campaign #: KTB2513 & HTB2508)

Loss of Drive Power

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2024 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, 2024-2025 390 Duke, 2025 390 SMC R, 390 Enduro R, 390 Adventure X, and 390 Adventure R motorcycles. The engine control software may cause the engine to stall at low rpms, resulting in a loss of power.

NHTSA ID: 25V825000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

# of Units Affected: 6,546

Consequence Summary:

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action:

KTM and Husqvarna dealers will inspect the motorcycles and update the electronic control unit engine management system (ECU EMS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. The manufacturer's numbers for this recall are KTB2513 & HTB2508.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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October 30, 2025

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Fuel Filler Cap Seal May Leak Fuel

KTM North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2024 390 Duke, 250 Duke, 990 Duke, Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, and Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 motorcycles. The seal on the fuel filler cap may develop cracks and leak fuel.

NHTSA ID: 25V740000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

# of Units Affected: 5,488

Consequence Summary:

A fuel leak increases the risk of fire or injury.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel cap gasket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 16.24

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September 11, 2025

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Throttle Failure

KTM North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, and 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure motorcycles. Water could enter the throttle (e-throttle) control unit and cause it to fail, resulting in loss of drive power.

NHTSA ID: 25V598000

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

# of Units Affected: 9,070

Consequence Summary:

Loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action:

KTM and Husqvarna dealers will inspect and replace the e-throttle control, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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February 7, 2025

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Front Brake Caliper May Crack And Break

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Husqvarna FE 350s, FE 501s, and 2024-2025 GASGAS ES 350 and ES 500 motorcycles. The front brake caliper may crack in the area around the upper guide pin.

NHTSA ID: 25V074000

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

# of Units Affected: 5,116

Consequence Summary:

A broken front brake caliper can cause a loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2025. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 37.22

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