How many recalls does the 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R have?

The 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2021 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 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R?

Of 1 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is electrical system.

2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2021 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 1,040 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22V900000 2022-12-06 1,040 affected

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Total complaints1

What owners report

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

“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 nhtsa campaign number: 22v900000 (electrical system); and the cable tie with the foot section wiring harness protection was installed. The contact stated…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2022-12-23

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 2021 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.