NHTSA Recall 26V196000: Throttle (vehicle speed control)
KTM North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,974 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ktm 390 Duke.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V196000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | KTB2606 & HTB2603 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › THROTTLE |
| Report received | March 27, 2026 |
| Owner notification | April 30, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
KTM North America, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-2023 390 Duke and 2022-2024 RC 390 motorcycles. Water may enter the throttle (e-throttle) control unit and cause it to fail, resulting in loss of drive power while riding.
Safety risk
Loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
KTM will inspect and replace the e-throttle control, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov March 31, 2026. KTM's number for this recall is KTB2606 & HTB2603. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V598.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V196000
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.