NHTSA Recall 20V198000
Filed by KTM North America, Inc.. Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Reported 2020-04-06. An estimated 3,164 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R motorcycles. The rear brake hose may overheat, causing the rear brake system to fail.
Risk
If the rear brake system fails, there would be reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
What the manufacturer will do
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new rear brake line, free of charge. The recall began April 28, 2020. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is TB2011.
Manufacturer campaign number: TB2011
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.