How many recalls does the 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R have?

The 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R?

Of 2 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is service brakes.

2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 2,361 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 18V033000 2018-01-10 2,361 affected

Defect

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 1290 Super Duke R ABS, 2016 1290 Super Duke R SE ABS and 1290 Super Duke GT ABS and 2017-2018 Super Duke R and1290 Super Duke GT motorcycles. The piston within the Brembo front brake master cylinder may fail.

Consequence

If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KTM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the piston with an aluminum one, free of charge. The recall began on February 21, 2018. Owner's may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES

Total complaints2

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Pulsing, squealing brakes, warped front rotor due to improper mounting clearances on front wheel. Causing inconsistent braking during slow speed. Brakes are catching even without applying brake pressure. Present since I purchase the motorcycle with 83 miles on the odometer on 4/28/18. Was not…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2018-04-28

“My motorcycle's front brakes create a harmonic noise while coasting and applying the front brakes at low speeds. The problem is so bad that the handlebars vibrate to the point of concern and can be hand numbing. Ktm has acknowledged the problem but is unwilling to fix it. It has been in the shop…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2017-09-22

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.