2025 KTM 390 ADVENTURE R

2 recalls — 20 complaints

STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND

Defect Description

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2025 390 Adventure R, 390 SMC R, 390 Adventure X, and 390 Enduro R motorcycles. Engine vibrations may cause the side stand spring to break and the side stand to fall to the ground.

Consequence

A motorcycle side stand that falls to the ground while riding can shut off the ignition, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to secure the side stand before riding the motorcycle until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the side stand spring and install a new side stand sensor retaining plate, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on February 17, 2026. Own... Read more

2,512 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Defect Description

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2024 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, 2024-2025 390 Duke, 2025 390 SMC R, 390 Enduro R, 390 Adventure X, and 390 Adventure R motorcycles. The engine control software may cause the engine to stall at low rpms, resulting in a loss of ... Read more

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

KTM and Husqvarna dealers will inspect the motorcycles and update the electronic control unit engine management system (ECU EMS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. The manufacturer's numbers f... Read more

6,546 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

20 total complaints 4 crashes 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	5
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	4
STRUCTURE:BODY	3
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	2
AIR BAGS	2
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION	1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	1

Incident date: Nov 2, 2025

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The electrical system on my accord and yes it will be available. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The vehicle starts to not pick up speed and eventually kills. Has the probl... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2026

1. Vehicle Information • 2018 Ford Escape ECOSYSTEM 1.5 • 84,000 • VIN [XXX] . Problem Description : My 2018 Ford Escape has experienced coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders, a known issue affecting this model year. The vehicle began misfiring and consuming coolant without external ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2026

in certain comditions when using the turn signal a yellow "turn light will pop up on the screen and the blinker fail to function properly. if that pops up all blinkers stop working

Incident date: Nov 8, 2025

I called ford about this recall in December of last year. The dealer in Chico CA. I submitted a request to get it done and they keep saying ford isn’t making them yet. I lost my piller and my car looks ugly an I just want it fixed

Incident date: Nov 8, 2025

Vehicle frequently stalls or engine stops suddenly. Engine will "knock" and suddenly stall when engaging the clutch while providing throttle to begin riding. It will stall when engaging the clutch to downshift into lower gears while coming to a stop. This has happened at busy roadways at red lights,... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Nov 8, 2025

Crash

Incident date: Oct 27, 2025

Airbag light indicator is on showing baby seat is in front passenger seat even when an adult is sitting in the seat. Airbag light indicator switches from baby or booster seat to airbag light indicator when there is no one in the front passenger seat.

Incident date: Oct 2, 2025

Roof dents when going through car wash and blowers will dent the roof. GM has a service bulletin on this lbulletin number 23-NA-209 DATED March 24. Bulletin says that all Colorados built before Feb 3rd 2025 should be repaired and gives a part list and how to fix it 9 pages long. BUT GM says my vin ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2025

Ongoing failure to start, multiple battery replacements in less than 2 years. Purchased a warranty and of course the vehicle will not replicate its failure to start when it is at the dealership for the warranty claims adjustor to review. Car has had to be towed to the dealership with no resolution e... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2025

TRANSMISSION ISSUE WITH ECVT TRANSMISSION, CAR ONLY HAS 148,000+ MILES, TOYOTA REPAIR $11, 000 FOR REPAIR. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL.

Incident date: Oct 5, 2025

Camera goes blank when backing up

Incident date: Oct 5, 2025

Camera goes blank when backing up

Incident date: Oct 4, 2025

I bought this car with 85,000 miles on it and at 94,000 miles i began hearing a knocking sound in the engine, even with completing the first two oil change intervals within my ownership. no check engine light or warning signs came on, even with the knock sensor update. the engines performance declin... Read more

Incident date: Oct 4, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle's rear passenger wheel frame failed and detached from the vehicle, and the vehicle merged independently into a ditch. The contact stated that no air bags were deployed. The contact stated that she did ... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Oct 4, 2025

The bike is prone to stalling as you come to a stop and are pulling in the clutch. It can happen without warning. There is also an issue with the side stand. It stacks out pretty far and if your boot touches it can kill power delivery leading to a sudden loss of power.

Incident date: Sep 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Charger. The contact purchased the vehicle, and the vehicle was taken for the Emissions Test; however, the vehicle failed the Emissions Test. The contact notified the dealer and was informed that some unknown sensors had been replaced, and to allow for a week for the ve... Read more

Incident date: Sep 1, 2025

NHTSA COMPLAINT - 2017 Ford Fusion Energi Titanium (VIN: REDACTED) - [XXX] (Collision) Q1: FAILED COMPONENT Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) and hybrid battery cell balancing circuits failed post-collision. Per Ford Recall 23V-440, Current Interrupt Device causes excess voltage, fire risk, toxi... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Sep 1, 2025

Truck sways alot with high winds.

Incident date: Jul 3, 2025

Rear subframe rotted out and broke due to corrosion. Rear crossmember is broken and needs replaced. My safety as well as the safely of other was put at risk. Loss of control at high speed could have been deadly. Luckily, I wasn’t going very fast at the time of incident or else who knows what woul... Read more

Incident date: Jul 3, 2025

KTM 390 ADVENTURE R — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the KTM 390 ADVENTURE R across all model years (2025–2025).

2 Total Recalls

23 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

4 Reported Crashes

0 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

KTM 390 ADVENTURE R — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	0	3	View
2025 (current)	2	20

Other KTM Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
690 ENDURO R	11	14	View
390 ADVENTURE	9	12	View
1290 SUPER DUKE R	9	22	View
390 DUKE	7	8	View
350 EXC-F	7	2	View
790 ADVENTURE	6	31	View
1290 SUPER ADVENTURE	6	4	View
790 ADVENTURE R	6	71	View