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2016 Ktm 1290 Super AdventureProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure, most often about the steering. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-087 the manufacturer reports only 52% of affected cars repaired.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Lowest repair rate 52%Owner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage1kSteering, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 7, 2019. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2016 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Steering10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2016 Ktm 1290 Super Adventure 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.

52%repaired · 2020 Q3

Tank assembly: mounting

Recall 19V-087 · Feb 7, 2019 · 1,588 vehicles · 829 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

61%repaired · 2020 Q2

Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 16V-854 · Nov 28, 2016 · 7,801 vehicles · 4,767 repaired

Risk. If the brake line melts, brake failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

92%repaired · 2020 Q2

Rear: shock absorber

Recall 16V-279 · May 10, 2016 · 1,238 vehicles · 1,137 repaired

Risk. Loss of function of the rear shock may affect the handling of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2016 vs. every other 1290 Super Adventure 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 median. How we score

'15'16
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What 1290 Super Adventure owners report

Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

WHEN RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE ONCE ~40 MPH IS REACHED THERE IS A VIBRATION / WOBBLE IN THE FRONTEND THAT CAN BE FELT AND ULTIMATELY IF THE GRIP IS LOOSENED OR HANDS REMOVED THE MOTORCYCLE SHAKES AND WOBBLES. THE WOBBLE IS LESS NOTICABLE AS SPEEDS INCREASE THROUGH 60 MPH. WHEN THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED…
Complaint 10972146 · Apr 12, 2017 · 1,300 miles

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