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Check whether your vehicle is affected and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions — the repair is free.
Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash or injury.
The Recall Registry rates this worth checking — we found nothing in the notice describing a specific injury. A recall covers only the versions, UPCs or date codes it names, so check those against yours.
Dealers will apply thread locker to the steering damper and tighten properly, free of charge. KTM notified dealers on October 13, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. The information in your report suggests that KTM North America, Inc. 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.
Who to contact: Dealers will apply thread locker to the steering damper and tighten properly, free of charge. KTM notified dealers on October 13, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. The information in your report suggests that KTM North America, Inc. 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.
KTM North American, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain Müller Präzision steering dampers (part number 16181T01E) sold as accessory parts for certain 2020-2026 KTM Super Duke R and Super Duke Evo motorcycles. The steering damper can loosen from the mounting adapter, which can lead to a loss of steering control.
This recall was issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “KTM North America, Inc. — Loss of Steering Control”
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