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2016 KTM 690 DUKE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

14

Owner Complaints

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

1

Service Bulletin

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE

The 2016 KTM 690 DUKE has received a total of 14 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by KTM North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (11 complaints), Structurebody (2 complaints), and Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System (1 complaint).

Recalls for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE, potentially affecting up to 1,029 vehicles.

Recall 17V388000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

| 1,029 vehicles affected

Defect: KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 KTM 690 Duke motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may leak fuel from filler cap area of the fuel tank.

Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of fire or injury to the rider.

Remedy: The recall began January 2, 2018. Customers may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

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Owner Complaints for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE

14 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 11
Structurebody
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11000969 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | 1,500 miles
FUEL LEAK FROM TOP OF THE FUEL TANK WHEN IN MOTION.
#10991855 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | | 3,500 miles
WHILE RIDING MOTORCYCLE GASOLINE STARTED LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK LEAKING DOWN BOTH SIDES OF THE BIKE AND SATURATING MY PANTS WITH GASOLINE AND RUINING THE FINISH OF BIKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MOTORCYCLE CONSTANTLY SMELLED OF FUEL, EASILY OVERHEATED, CONSUMES OIL STALLS AT RANDOM, AND SOMETIMES WOULD NOT RESTART FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THE FUEL LEAKAGE CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FINISHING FRAME, SWINGARM, AND PLASTICS ON THE MOTORCYCLE. THE EXHAUST WOULD TURN RED HOT AND GLOW. FUEL ALSO LEAKED ONTO THE EXHAUST. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE CONTACTED, BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. UPDATED 10/02/2017*JS
#10991855 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | 3,500 miles
WHILE RIDING MOTORCYCLE GASOLINE STARTED LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK LEAKING DOWN BOTH SIDES OF THE BIKE AND SATURATING MY PANTS WITH GASOLINE AND RUINING THE FINISH OF BIKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MOTORCYCLE CONSTANTLY SMELLED OF FUEL, EASILY OVERHEATED, CONSUMES OIL STALLS AT RANDOM, AND SOMETIMES WOULD NOT RESTART FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THE FUEL LEAKAGE CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FINISHING FRAME, SWINGARM, AND PLASTICS ON THE MOTORCYCLE. THE EXHAUST WOULD TURN RED HOT AND GLOW. FUEL ALSO LEAKED ONTO THE EXHAUST. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE CONTACTED, BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. UPDATED 10/02/2017*JS
#10991855 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 3,500 miles
WHILE RIDING MOTORCYCLE GASOLINE STARTED LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK LEAKING DOWN BOTH SIDES OF THE BIKE AND SATURATING MY PANTS WITH GASOLINE AND RUINING THE FINISH OF BIKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MOTORCYCLE CONSTANTLY SMELLED OF FUEL, EASILY OVERHEATED, CONSUMES OIL STALLS AT RANDOM, AND SOMETIMES WOULD NOT RESTART FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THE FUEL LEAKAGE CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FINISHING FRAME, SWINGARM, AND PLASTICS ON THE MOTORCYCLE. THE EXHAUST WOULD TURN RED HOT AND GLOW. FUEL ALSO LEAKED ONTO THE EXHAUST. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE CONTACTED, BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. UPDATED 10/02/2017*JS
#10979241 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | N/A miles
GAS FUMES LEAKING FROM MOTORCYCLE. GAS TANK MAY BE LEAKING AT TOP FILLER DUE TO WARPING PLASTIC GAS TANK.

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Safety Rating for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE

KTM North America, Inc. has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

KTB2025 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Updated software is available for the 2016 and 2017 690 Duke. The new software versions contain improvements brightness in night mode, remaining fuel distance, “ABS & MTC Error” caused by low voltage during starting.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 KTM 690 DUKE

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

Other Model Years of the KTM 690 DUKE

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