2023 Ktm 390 Duke problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Fires reported

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other 390 Duke years?

390 Duke NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V196000Speed ControlMarch 27, 2026 · 7,974 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

Loss of drive power while riding increases the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

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.

2023 Ktm 390 Duke — common questions

Is the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2023 compare to other 390 Duke years?

Does the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke have recalls?

2023 Ktm 390 Duke — common questions

Is the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke reliable?

Does the 2023 Ktm 390 Duke have recalls?

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