2019–2020 KTM 790 Adventure, 2019–2020 KTM 790 Adventure R, 2020 KTM 790 Adventure R Rally Recall: Front brake master cylinder piston return spring may be too weak to return…
NHTSA campaign 21V304000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Apr 30, 2021 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 KTM 790 Adventure and 790 Adventure R, and 2020 KTM 790 Adventure R Rally motorcycles. The front brake master cylinder piston return spring may be too weak to return the brake piston to its original position, reducing the functionality of the front brake.
The risk
A front brake with reduced functionality may increase the distance required to stop as well as the risk of a crash or injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will replace the return spring, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's number for this recall is KTM2106.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| KTM | 790 Adventure | 2019, 2020 |
| KTM | 790 Adventure R | 2019, 2020 |
| KTM | 790 Adventure R Rally | 2020 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 21V304000 (manufacturer number KTM2106). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.