2023 Ktm 690 SMC RProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2023 Ktm 690 SMC R, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 24, 2026. Updated daily.
Where the 2023 Ktm 690 SMC R has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2023 Ktm 690 SMC R recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2023 vs. every other 690 SMC 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 690 SMC R median. How we score
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What 690 SMC R owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The fuel tank is swelling badly, which is a known issue with these motorcycles. It is swelling so badly it is breaking the plastics that attach to the tank and causing immense panel gaps. I am concerned that at some point the tank itself will crack causing a fuel leak. I have checked the fuel cap…
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