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SevereNHTSA·21V122000·Announced 2021-02-26

KTM Recalls 2020 1290 Super Duke R Motorcycles for Wiring Harness Defect

KTM is recalling 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles because an incorrectly routed rear wiring harness could cause an electrical short-circuit, leading to engine stalling and increased crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wiring harness routing) that could cause an electrical short-circuit, leading to engine stalling and an increased risk of a crash or injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

KTM North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles. The recall addresses a defect where the wiring harness located in the rear of the motorcycle may be routed incorrectly. This improper routing could result in wiring damage and an electrical short-circuit.

An electrical short-circuit could cause the engine to stall, which increases the risk of a crash or injury. KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness and repair it as necessary. Additionally, dealers will modify the "tail end lower part" of the bodywork to correct the wiring routing and add wiring protection and cable ties. Repairs will be performed free of charge.

The recall began on March 24, 2021. KTM's internal number for this recall is TB2104. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov for more information.

The recalled product

Product
KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R
Brand
KTM
Manufacturer
KTM North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
521

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • 1290 SUPER DUKE R

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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