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2007 Ktm 990 AdventureProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2007 Ktm 990 Adventure, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints30 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage1kEngine and engine cooling, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 26, 2008. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2007 Ktm 990 Adventure has problems

3 complaints 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
Engine and engine cooling30
Power train10

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

1 recall

2007 Ktm 990 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.

–no report yet

Power train

Recall 07V-243 · Jun 5, 2007 · 1,092 vehicles

Risk. SUBSEQUENTLY, THE CHAIN SLIDER GUARD COULD BECOME CAUGHT IN THE DRIVE CHAIN WHICH MAY LEAD TO 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

2007 vs. every other 990 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 990 Adventure median. How we score

'07
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What 990 Adventure owners report

Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

MY KTM ADVENTURE IS HAVING SOME MAJOR ISSUES. THE ENGINE IS SHUTTING OFF AT SEEMINGLY UNDETERMINED MOMENTS WHILE DRIVING. IT IS A VERY HAIR RAISING EXPERIENCE, ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU HAVE YOUR FIANCE ON THE BACK. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN THERE IS A CHANGE OF SPEED HAPPENING. I.E SHIFTING, CLUTCHING,…
Complaint 10252834 · Dec 26, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KTM 990 ADVENTURE. WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 60 MPH, THE IGNITION SHUT OFF COMPLETELY WHEN SWITCHING FROM FOURTH TO FIFTH GEAR AND FROM FIFTH TO SIXTH GEAR. THE FAILURE HAS OCCURRED AT LEAST 10-15 TIMES. THE DEALER COULD NOT FIND ANY FAILURES WITH THE VEHICLE AFTER…
Complaint 10241854 · Sep 11, 2008 · 939 miles
MY NEW 2007 KTM 990 ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLE CONTINUES TO HAVE A SERIOUS SAFETY DEFECT. WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE CHANGING GEARS. I AM UNAWARE OF THE ENGINE BEING OFF UNTIL I FEEL THE REAR WHEEL SLIPPING OR SEE THE RED OIL PRESSURE LIGHT. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE AND HAS BEEN…
Complaint 10223674 · Apr 8, 2008 · 1,454 miles

Own a 2007 990 Adventure?

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