Gas tank may leak fuel from threaded inserts
Defect Summary
Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling all model year 2014 1290 super duke r motorcycles manufactured july 1, 2013, to april 30, 2014. the affected motorcycles may leak fuel from the threaded inserts at the rear of the gas tank.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak from the threaded inserts, in the presence of an ignition source, may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will seal the threaded inserts to prevent future fuel leaks. if the motorcycle shows evidence of an existing fuel leak at the threaded insert, the gas tank will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on august 11, 2015. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. ktm's number for this recall is tb1507.
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FAQ: Recall 15V441000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V441000?
NHTSA recall 15V441000 was issued by Ktm North America, Inc. on July 10, 2015. It addresses: Gas tank may leak fuel from threaded inserts. The recall affects approximately 640 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ktm North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V441000 or the manufacturer campaign number TB1507. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.