2025 Ktm 390 Adventure R
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2025 Ktm 390 Adventure R. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. The manufacturer's number for this recall is KTB2514. The information in your report suggests that KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6. Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
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 power.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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 for this recall are KTB2513 & HTB2508.
Owner complaints
12 complaints1 involved a crash
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Latest complaints
- Electrical system · Vehicle speed control
I have a 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R with 4500 miles on it. Numerous times the E-throttle has lost throttle response mid-ride, the engine drops to idle and the check engine light comes on. After pulling over, I restart the engine and it works as normal. It has happened on the freeway and was…
I have a 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R with 4500 miles on it. Numerous times the E-throttle has lost throttle response mid-ride, the engine drops to idle and the check engine light comes on. After pulling over, I restart the engine and it works as normal. It has happened on the freeway and was difficult to pull over to the side to remedy the problem. I called several KTM dealers and they said they have never heard of such a problem. I researched the problem online and found recall #25v598 which was for 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure. It was for a faulty electronic throttle assembly which would lose throttle response mid-ride and the engine would drop to idle. It was exactly the problem I am having. It is very scary to be on the freeway when that happens.
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal
The contact owns a 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R. The contact stated that while riding the motorcycle on several occasions at various speeds in weather under 60 degrees, the left or right turn signals were activated but failed to operate as intended. Additionally, each time the turn signals were…
The contact owns a 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R. The contact stated that while riding the motorcycle on several occasions at various speeds in weather under 60 degrees, the left or right turn signals were activated but failed to operate as intended. Additionally, each time the turn signals were activated in cold weather, the message "Turn Signal Failure" was displayed. The motorcycle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and it was determined that the turn signals were inoperable and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
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
- Electrical system · Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
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…
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, stop signs, and even when slowing down to navigate a turn. Engine may stall while in neutral and throttle is applied. Typically a short rattle or what sounds like valves knocking, is followed by a backfire, prior to stalling. There is no way to prevent stalling/engine stopping unless RPM's are kept over 3,000. I have fallen over or crashed offroad several times, when navigating obstacles or negotiating tight turns or turn-arounds in the trails, dirt roads or forest. Bike stalled when attempting to navigate over a small log, resulting in bike crashing and pinning me underneath. Dealer performed update to most current fuel/mapping software but this did not make a difference.
- Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand
The contact owns a 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R. The contact stated that while riding at approximately 30 MPH, the kickstand extended into the parking stance. The contact stated that the motorcycle shut off as a default and lost power after the kickstand unfolded. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or…
The contact owns a 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R. The contact stated that while riding at approximately 30 MPH, the kickstand extended into the parking stance. The contact stated that the motorcycle shut off as a default and lost power after the kickstand unfolded. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure due to the long call waiting. The failure mileage was approximately 150.
- Electrical system
The biked suddenly stalled in a traffic light. The worst part is that right after, when I click the starter to turn the bike back on, the whole electric system shut off. This had been a recurring issue, at least 7 times over the first 600 miles of this bike. I have an appointment to run diagnosis o…
The biked suddenly stalled in a traffic light. The worst part is that right after, when I click the starter to turn the bike back on, the whole electric system shut off. This had been a recurring issue, at least 7 times over the first 600 miles of this bike. I have an appointment to run diagnosis o the bike but have heard will be hard for KTM, to really take care and fix this. Please help. This became a large issue being stuck with cars honking on me. Had to get off the bike and push it off the road.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
The bike stalls frequently when coming to a stop. It is very dangerous because I have to restart the bike every time. I think it's a fueling problem
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
When fully warmed up the engine will cut out the moment the throttle is applied, seemingly misfiring - sometimes 3 times in a row after restarting. Sometimes this will happen at low speed, either with a clang from early detonation or completely stalling the bike when riding at low rpm. Off-road -…
When fully warmed up the engine will cut out the moment the throttle is applied, seemingly misfiring - sometimes 3 times in a row after restarting. Sometimes this will happen at low speed, either with a clang from early detonation or completely stalling the bike when riding at low rpm. Off-road - this is particularly dangerous when traversing obstacles as sudden loss of forward momentum will affect control of the motorcycle, sometimes in precarious places. On road, especially dangerous if the engine cuts out while accelerating from a stop into traffic. While this doesn’t often happen while riding on the road it has happened a few times in my experience.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
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.
- Engine
Engine constantly stalls when coming to stop. It has stalled at stoplights and intersections when trying to takeoff. It’s also stalled when coming to a stop with the clutch in the engine dies. I have been riding motorcycles for 50+ years. It’s been to the dealer several times and it still does it. Install several times every time I take it for a ride.
- Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/center stand · Unknown or other
The bike has 400 miles on it. While riding the motorcycle on the highway (route 24 in MA) going 60 MPH, the spring of the side stand disconnected and the side stand extended and dragged on the road. Since the bike was in gear, the engine immediately stopped. I was lucky there was no car to my right…
The bike has 400 miles on it. While riding the motorcycle on the highway (route 24 in MA) going 60 MPH, the spring of the side stand disconnected and the side stand extended and dragged on the road. Since the bike was in gear, the engine immediately stopped. I was lucky there was no car to my right and I was able to safely stop at the side of the road and use a zip tie to hold it up. I took the bike to the dealer and he said there are no recalls on the bike. Looking on-line I see similar complains and a recall and full change to the side stand in other countries but not here. The bike is a death trap, if the side stand drops on a left turn, there is a 100% chance of crashing it.
- Electrical system · Engine
On several occasions the motorcycle stalls and the engine cuts off when coming to a stop from highway speed as you approach an intersection, stop light, stop sign creating a hazardous and dangerous condition
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