Rear shock may leak oil and lose function
Defect Summary
Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 1290 super adventure motorcycles manufactured december 1, 2014, to december 11, 2015. these motorcycles have a rear shock absorber that may leak oil from the rebound damping plug, resulting in a loss of shock function.
Safety Consequence
Loss of function of the rear shock may affect the handling of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rebound damping plug for leaking and replace the shock absorber, as necessary, and install a new version of the suspension control unit software, free of charge. The recall began june 28, 2016. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090. ktm's number for this recall is tb1611.
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FAQ: Recall 16V279000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V279000?
NHTSA recall 16V279000 was issued by Ktm North America, Inc. on May 10, 2016. It addresses: Rear shock may leak oil and lose function. The recall affects approximately 1,238 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ktm North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V279000 or the manufacturer campaign number TB1611. 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.