Chile’s consumer protection agency, the Servicio Nacional del Consumidor (Sernac), has issued 12 safety alerts regarding several models of KTM motorcycles sold in the country between 2012 and 2026.
The alerts indicate that reported defects could increase the risk of accidents or fires, depending on the specific model and component affected.
Details of the KTM Safety Alerts
● 1290 Super Adventure Model: 26 units sold in Chile between 2015 and 2017 are affected by a defect in the fuel tank, posing a safety risk to consumers. Click here to determine if your model is affected and learn about available solutions.
● 790 Adventure Model: A defect in the rear wheel brake line impacts 65 units sold in Chile between 2019 and 2020, creating a potential safety hazard. Click here to check if your model is included and find out how to obtain a remedy.
● 1290 Adventure S and R Models: 76 units sold in Chile between 2021 and 2022 are subject to a safety alert due to a defect in the activated carbon filter. Click here to verify if your model is affected and learn about available solutions.
● 790 Adventure Model: A brake lever defect affects 125 units sold in Chile between 2019 and 2022, potentially compromising rider safety. Click here to see if your model is affected and what steps to accept.
● 690 Duke, 690 Enduro R, and 690 SMC R Models: A clutch slave cylinder defect impacts 10 units sold in Chile between 2018 and 2021, posing a safety risk. Click here to determine if your model is affected and how to acquire a resolution.
● 125 SX, 150 SX, and 125 XC Models: A defect in the ignition unit affects 14 units sold in Chile between 2021 and 2022, creating a safety concern. Click here to check if your model is affected and learn about available solutions.
● 250 Duke and 390 Duke Models: 164 units sold in Chile between 2024 and 2026 are affected by a fuel tank defect, posing a safety risk to consumers. Click here to see if your model is affected and what steps to take.
● 390 Adventure X, 390 Adventure R, 390 ENDURO R, and 390 SMC R Models: A side stand issue affects 36 units sold in Chile between 2015 and 2026, potentially creating a safety hazard. Click here to verify if your model is affected and learn about available solutions.
● 50 SX 2017 Model: A defect in the engine casing impacts 16 units sold in Chile between 2016 and 2017, posing a safety risk to consumers. Click here to determine if your model is affected and how to get a resolution.
● 690 Duke R, 1290 Super Duke R, and 1290 Super Duke GT Models: A front caliper defect affects 8 units sold in Chile between 2016 and 2020, potentially compromising rider safety. Click here to check if your model is included and find out what steps to take.
● 390 Duke and 125 Duke Models: A headlight defect affects 42 units sold in Chile between 2017 and 2020, posing a safety risk. Click here to see if your model is affected and what steps to take.
● 690 Duke and 690 Duke R Models: A problem with the ABS module and main wiring harness affects 19 units sold in Chile between 2012 and 2018, posing a safety risk to consumers. Click here to determine if your model is affected and how to get a resolution.
