2020 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R Recalls
NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on file for the 2020 KTM 1290 SUPER DUKE R. Every repair below is free at a franchised dealer, by federal law.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles. The wiring harness located in the rear of the motorcycle may be routed incorrectly, which could result in wiring damage and an electrical short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short-circuit could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness, and repair as necessary. In addition, dealers will modify a piece of the bodywork called the "tail end lower part" to correct the routing of the wiring harness and add wiring protection and cable ties. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. KTM's number for this recall is TB2104.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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.
Risk: 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.
Does this apply to your 1290 SUPER DUKE R?
Campaigns list every affected vehicle at the model level, but individual vehicles may already be repaired or fall outside the affected production range. Check a specific VIN with the KTM recall lookup — free — or see other 2020 KTM models with recalls. Source: official NHTSA recall database.