Recall 26V196000: 2022–2023 KTM 390 Duke, 2022–2024 KTM RC 390
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Mar 27, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 7,974
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
Loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2022 KTM 390 Duke
- 2023 KTM 390 Duke
- 2022 KTM RC 390
- 2023 KTM RC 390
- 2024 KTM RC 390
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V196000
- Manufacturer campaign
- KTB2606 & HTB2603
- Manufacturer
- KTM North America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Apr 30, 2026
- Components
- Vehicle speed control:throttle (Acceleration & Cruise Control)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology