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Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.
Power Train. Review the 4 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
Electrical System. Review the 1 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
Engine. Review the 1 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
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What owners actually said
7 reports
Mileage unknown · Oct 7, 2024
Fuel/propulsion System
Repeated instances of complete motorcycle throttle failure/unresponsiveness—so far, only at starting out. Forums online describe this as a frequent, chronic problem with Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 (made by KTM). Message on Speedometer: TC FAILURE First incident: July 14, 2024 Approx mileage 8500 Immediate complete OEM battery …
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Repeated instances of complete motorcycle throttle failure/unresponsiveness—so far, only at starting out. Forums online describe this as a frequent, chronic problem with Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 (made by KTM). Message on Speedometer: TC FAILURE First incident: July 14, 2024 Approx mileage 8500 Immediate complete OEM battery replacement offered no change. Disabling “Traction Control” mitigated problem for last 2+ months. Possibly only incidental or coincidental success. Frequency of problem, however, has recently returned. Recent online search found forums reporting faulty throttle control module. Precisely the same symptoms are described by multiple owners. Manufacturer seems aware of this issue. My aim is to notify KTM for complimentary replacement and installation of this unit. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS AND POTENTIALLY LETHAL FAILURE. I have been lucky.
NHTSA ODI #11618374
Mileage unknown · Oct 2, 2024
Vehicle Speed Control
The vehicle shut off while on a freeway. Leaving me completely without power to navigate through fast pace traffic.
NHTSA ODI #11617673
Mileage unknown · Nov 21, 2022
Power Train
My clutch master cylinder failed, preventing me from disengaging the transmission gear at speed safely. Please note, that my clutch slave cylinder has been changed out from the defective unit that was subject to a recall. I can provide documentation on this.
NHTSA ODI #11494496
Mileage unknown · May 13, 2022
Power Train
On right turns, usually immediately after starting the motorcycle, the throttle loses response. There is an unexpected loss of power and when power to the rear wheel returns, the throttle responds by exponentially increasing power even when the same amount of throttle is given to the motorcycle. On another incident, the motorcyc…
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On right turns, usually immediately after starting the motorcycle, the throttle loses response. There is an unexpected loss of power and when power to the rear wheel returns, the throttle responds by exponentially increasing power even when the same amount of throttle is given to the motorcycle. On another incident, the motorcycle completely loss power and a traction control failure message appeared on the dash after the incident. Turning off the bike and starting it back restored full function of the bike, however the engine light and traction control light were on. Inspection is available upon request. Power loss is sporadic and has been randomly reproduced. Dealer has not independently confirmed.
NHTSA ODI #11464441
15 miles · Oct 27, 2020
Power Train
THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH FALSE NEUTRALS AND THE BIKE FALLING OUT OF GEAR WHILE IN DRIVE. THE BIKE WILL BE RIDING IN 5TH GEAR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN LOSES POWER. MANY PEOPLE ARE EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE AND AFTERMARKET MANUFACTURERS HAVE EVEN SOLD A SHIFT SPRING KIT TO REMEDY THIS ISSUE. APPARENTLY THE STOCK SPRING IS WEAK CA…
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THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH FALSE NEUTRALS AND THE BIKE FALLING OUT OF GEAR WHILE IN DRIVE. THE BIKE WILL BE RIDING IN 5TH GEAR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN LOSES POWER. MANY PEOPLE ARE EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE AND AFTERMARKET MANUFACTURERS HAVE EVEN SOLD A SHIFT SPRING KIT TO REMEDY THIS ISSUE. APPARENTLY THE STOCK SPRING IS WEAK CAUSING THE BIKE TO FALL OUT OF GEAR. HAS BEEN AN ISSUE WITH THE KTM DUKE 690 WHICH SHARES THE SAME ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI #11366732
6,041 miles · Sep 16, 2020
Power Train
THE SEAL ON THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER FAILED, PREVENTING ME FROM SHIFTING OUT OF GEAR, INTO NEUTRAL TO EFFECT A SAFE STOP. I WAS RIDING MY MOTORCYCLE AT THE TIME AND HAD TROUBLE STOPPING. I HAD TO STALL THE ENGINE WHILE RIDING TO STOP. WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE DID STOP, IT WAS NOT A CONTROLLED STOP AND THE MOTORCYCLE NEARLY FELL O…
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THE SEAL ON THE CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER FAILED, PREVENTING ME FROM SHIFTING OUT OF GEAR, INTO NEUTRAL TO EFFECT A SAFE STOP. I WAS RIDING MY MOTORCYCLE AT THE TIME AND HAD TROUBLE STOPPING. I HAD TO STALL THE ENGINE WHILE RIDING TO STOP. WHEN THE MOTORCYCLE DID STOP, IT WAS NOT A CONTROLLED STOP AND THE MOTORCYCLE NEARLY FELL OVER.
NHTSA ODI #11355301
1,200 miles · May 5, 2020
Electrical SystemEngine
DASHBOARD FLICKERS ON HIGH SPEED OR DURING BUMPS. AND AFTER 2000 MILES ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TURN OUT TO BE OIL LEVEL LOW. AFTER TOPPING IT OFF IT RUNS OKAY FOR NOW. NO COMMENTS FROM DEALERSHIP AND WAITING ON HUSQVARNA TO CALL ME BACK. *TR
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 690 Enduro R, Vitpilen 701, 701 Enduro, 701 Supermoto, 2019-2020 690 SMC R, Svartpilen, 2018-2019 690 Duke, and 2020 701 Enduro LR motorcycles. The bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing, which could cause the clutch to become inoperable and not disengage when the clutch lever is pulled in.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: An inoperable clutch increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the clutch slave cylinder and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 3, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's numbers for this recall are KTB2112 and HTB2110.
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Husqvarna Motorcycle 701 Vitpilen and 2019-2020 701 Svartpilen motorcycles. The gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm may be positioned incorrectly, possibly resulting in a loose rear axle nut, causing the license plate holder to contact the rear wheel.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: License plate bracket interference with the rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and realign the gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm, and inspect the tightness of the rear wheel axle collar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is HTB2106.
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Husqvarna Motorcycle 701 Vitpilen and 2019-2020 701 Svartpilen motorcycles. The gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm may be positioned incorrectly, possibly resulting in a loose rear axle nut, causing the license plate holder to contact the rear wheel.
Consequence: License plate bracket interference with the rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and realign the gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm, and inspect the tightness of the rear wheel axle collar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is HTB2106.
Suspension:rear:motorcycle Fork/swingarm
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Husqvarna Motorcycle 701 Vitpilen and 2019-2020 701 Svartpilen motorcycles. The gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm may be positioned incorrectly, possibly resulting in a loose rear axle nut, causing the license plate holder to contact the rear wheel.
Consequence: License plate bracket interference with the rear wheel can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and realign the gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm, and inspect the tightness of the rear wheel axle collar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is HTB2106.
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Husqvarna 701 Svartpilen and 2018-2020 Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the fuel level sensor and fuel pump mounting area.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source, and increase the risk of damage or injury.
Remedy: KTM will notify owners, and Husqvarna Motorcycle Dealers will replace the affected fuel tank, install new gaskets, and update software for proper fuel calibration, free of charge. Owners will be notified to take their motorcycles to a Husqvarna Motorcycle North America, Inc. (HMNA) dealership for repairs. The recall began July 7, 2020. Owners may contact HMNA customer service at 1-888-985-6090. HMNA's number for this recall is HTB2012.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
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