The contact owns a 2025 KTM 390 Enduro Four-Stroke. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the throttle was engaged; however, the motorcycle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the engine had seized. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred wh…
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The contact owns a 2025 KTM 390 Enduro Four-Stroke. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, the throttle was engaged; however, the motorcycle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the engine had seized. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while riding on a dirt road. The contact stated that the motorcycle struck the ground. The contact sustained an injury to the right leg. The contact stated that there was a scar from the ankle to the knee. In addition, the contact stated that the area became infected and was treated at the local medical center. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70.
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 & remedy
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. 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.
Consequence & remedy
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 for this recall are KTB2513 & HTB2508.
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