RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR
2020 KTM 1290 Super Duke R recalls
4 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2020 KTM 1290 Super Duke R with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.
- Canadian recalls
- 02
- U.S. recalls
- 02
- Total campaigns
- 04
Transport Canada recalls
02- Electrical#2022697
274 units affected
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the wiring harness may have been routed incorrectly or may be missing protection. As a result, the wiring could melt or be damaged by contact with surrounding parts. If this happens, the engine could stall suddenly. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: KTM will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a dealership to inspect the wiring harness. If necessary, the technician will install any missing protection and re-route it. If the wiring harness is damaged, it will be replaced.
- Engine#2021130
140 units affected
Issue: A wiring harness in the rear part of certain motorcycles could be damaged by contact with the lower subframe. If this happens, the wiring harness could short circuit and the engine could stall. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: KTM will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a dealer to inspect the wiring harness for damage, modify the tail end body panel and install additional wiring harness protection. Dealers will also repair or replace the wiring harness, as necessary.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
U.S. NHTSA recalls
02- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING#22V900000
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling all 2020-2022 1290 Super Duke R and Super Duke R EVO motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be misrouted or missing parts, which can cause wiring harness damage and result in an electrical short-circuit or engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the main wiring harness installation, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2023. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2211.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING#21V122000
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.
Risk: An electrical short-circuit could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: 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.
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada
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