repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic
Risk. A front brake with reduced functionality may increase the distance required to stop as well as the risk of a crash or injury.
2020 Ktm 790 AdventureProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-304 the manufacturer reports only 71% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 20, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Ktm 790 Adventure has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Engine
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Exterior lighting
1Power train
1Service brakes
1Suspension
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2020 Ktm 790 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. If the rear brake system fails, there would be reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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 790 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 790 Adventure median. How we score
'19'20'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 790 Adventure owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
At approximately 14,700 Miles, the motor on the bike shut off abruptly while riding at 60 mph down the road while negotiating a blind curve. The vehicle was catastrophically disabled with no warning sounds, lights, or codes and left me stranded in an area with limited cell reception and in a blind…
Engine requires multiple tries to start when cold due to inadequate fuel supply from fuel sensors or fuel injectors. A recurring issue, this happens upon starting every time the engine is cold. This is a known issue by KTM. When the bike was returned to dealer, they reset the sensors and the bike…
The engine’s intake crank lobe (left side) and it’s follower wore unexpectedly to a point that the engine is unusable without inspection and replacement of internal parts. All manufacturer’s service instructions were strictly adhered to and the motorcycle (and original engine) has little more than…
Own a 2020 790 Adventure?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.