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2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R — 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.

1

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2015 compare to other 690 Enduro R years?

690 Enduro R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted4 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2014: 2 complaints2015: 1 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 2 complaints2020: 2 complaints2021: 3 complaints2022: 4 complaints2023: 1 complaints
690 Enduro R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2015 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R problems?

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Brakes1100%

Does the 2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R have recalls?

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

15V210000BrakesApril 8, 2015 · 409 units

Defect

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain model year 2015 690 Enduro R motorcycles manufactured November 1, 2014, to February 28, 2015. The rear brake line from the ABS pressure modulator to the foot brake cylinder may have been damaged during the assembly process and/or be subject to subsequent damage caused by contact with the spring clamp of the crank case ventilation hose.

Consequence

A damaged brake line may cause a loss of rear braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

KTM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positioning of the crank case ventilation hose clamp, correcting it as necessary. Any damaged brake line will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 1, 2015. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. Note: Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycle until the recall has been remedied.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KTM 690 ENDURO R. WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY AT 5 MPH, THE REAR BRAKE BOLT DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT FELL TO THE GROUND, BUT WAS UNINJURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 13. ...UPDATED 11/01/16 *BF *CN”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 20, 2016

2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R — common questions

Is the 2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R reliable?

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

Does the 2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2015 Ktm 690 Enduro R. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.