Electrical system: wiringRecall 21V-122 · 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R
KTM North America, Inc. recall 21V-122 covers 521 2020 Ktm 1290 Super Duke R for a electrical system: wiring problem, reported to NHTSA on February 26, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 79% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V122000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2020 1290 Super Duke R motorcycles. The wiring harness located in the rear of the motorcycle may be routed incorrectly, which could result in wiring damage and an electrical short-circuit.
The risk
An electrical short-circuit could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear wiring harness, and repair as necessary. In addition, dealers will modify a piece of the bodywork called the "tail end lower part" to correct the routing of the wiring harness and add wiring protection and cable ties. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. KTM's number for this recall is TB2104.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
79%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.