2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 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.

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How does 2018 compare to other 690 Enduro R years?

690 Enduro R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R have recalls?

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

21V792000TransmissionOctober 12, 2021 · 8,398 units

Defect

KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 690 Enduro R, Vitpilen 701, 701 Enduro, 701 Supermoto, 2019-2020 690 SMC R, Svartpilen, 2018-2019 690 Duke, and 2020 701 Enduro LR motorcycles. The bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing, which could cause the clutch to become inoperable and not disengage when the clutch lever is pulled in.

Consequence

An inoperable clutch increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the clutch slave cylinder and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 3, 2021. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. KTM's numbers for this recall are KTB2112 and HTB2110.

2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R — common questions

Is the 2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R 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 2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R. 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 2018 compare to other 690 Enduro R years?

Does the 2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R have recalls?

2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R — common questions

Is the 2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R reliable?

Does the 2018 Ktm 690 Enduro R have recalls?

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