NHTSA Recall 16V854000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
KTM North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,801 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ktm 1190 Adventure.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V854000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | TB1706 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | November 28, 2016 |
| Owner notification | December 27, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 1290 Super Adventure motorcycles manufactured December 1, 2014, to March 10, 2016, and 2013-2016 1190 Adventure and Adventure R motorcycles manufactured November 20, 2012, to April 25, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the wiring harness can fray and contact the ABS modulator. If the brake line is electrically conductive, the brake line may overheat and melt.
Safety risk
If the brake line melts, brake failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
KTM will notify owners, and dealers will re-position the wiring harness for the electronic control unit, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V854000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ktm 1190 Adventure | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Ktm 1190 Adventure R | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Ktm 1290 Super Adventure | 2015, 2016 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.