2025 KTM 390 Adventure R, 2025 KTM 390 Adventure X, 2025 KTM 390 Enduro R and 1 more model recall: Side Stand Spring May Break
Report received by NHTSA: Dec. 23, 2025.
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- What's recalled
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.
- The risk
A motorcycle side stand that falls to the ground while riding can shut off the ignition, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Who's affected
2,512 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2025 KTM 390 Adventure R, 2025 KTM 390 Adventure X, 2025 KTM 390 Enduro R, 2025 KTM 390 SMC R.
- Compared with
KTM North America, Inc. has 3 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 5 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
20 earlier NHTSA recalls by KTM North America, Inc. since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Dec. 1, 2025 2024-2025 KTM 390 Duke, 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, 2024 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 and 4 more models recall: Loss of Drive Power (agency record)
- Oct. 30, 2025 2024 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, 2024 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, 2024 KTM 250 Duke and 2 more models recall: Fuel Filler Cap Seal May Leak Fuel (agency record)
- Sept. 11, 2025 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure, 2022-2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, 2022-2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401 recall: Throttle Failure (agency record)
- Feb. 7, 2025 KTM North America, Inc. recall: Front Brake Caliper May Crack And Break (agency record)
- Dec. 6, 2022 KTM North America, Inc. recall: Wiring Harness Damage May Cause Engine Stall (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
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.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- KTM 390 Adventure R 2025
- KTM 390 Adventure X 2025
- KTM 390 Enduro R 2025
- KTM 390 SMC R 2025
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 25V907000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | KTM North America, Inc. |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received by NHTSA | Dec. 23, 2025 |
| Potentially affected | 2,512 vehicles |
| Manufacturer's recall number | KTB2514 |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record