Throttle failure
Defect Summary
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 Consequence
Loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ktm North America, Inc. or involving Vehicle Speed Control.
FAQ: Recall 26V196000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V196000?
NHTSA recall 26V196000 was issued by Ktm North America, Inc. on March 27, 2026. It addresses: Throttle failure. The recall affects approximately 7,974 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ktm North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V196000 or the manufacturer campaign number KTB2606 & HTB2603. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.