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NHTSA Recall 20V198000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

KTM North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,164 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ktm 790 Adventure.

3,164
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (April 28)
NHTSA campaign20V198000
Manufacturer campaignTB2011
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedApril 6, 2020
Owner notificationApril 28, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R motorcycles. The rear brake hose may overheat, causing the rear brake system to fail.

Safety risk

If the rear brake system fails, there would be reduced braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

KTM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new rear brake line, free of charge. The recall began April 28, 2020. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is TB2011.

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 20V198000

Make and modelModel years
Ktm 790 Adventure2019, 2020
Ktm 790 Adventure R2019, 2020

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.