repaired · 2026 Q3
Tires: tread/belt
Risk. Cracks in the tread can lead to tread separation, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure RProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 22V-588 the manufacturer reports only 30% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 14, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Service brakes
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2020 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure R recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ktm.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other 1290 Super Adventure R year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 1290 Super Adventure R median. How we score
'18'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 1290 Super Adventure R owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The rear brake switch has failed 3 times on the motorcycle. It is a hydraulic switch and has been replaced under warranty 2 times. After the second replacement it has failed again. My safety is put at risk if I use the brakes and the brake light does not come on, this could cause a vehicle to…
Own a 2020 1290 Super Adventure R?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.