Wiring harness could fray and brake line may melt
Defect Summary
Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 1290 super adventure motorcycles manufactured december 1, 2014, to march 10, 2016, and 2013-2016 1190 adventure and adventure r motorcycles manufactured november 20, 2012, to april 25, 2016. in the affected vehicles, the wiring harness can fray and contact the abs modulator. if the brake line is electrically conductive, the brake line may overheat and melt.
Safety Consequence
If the brake line melts, brake failure may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will re-position the wiring harness for the electronic control unit, free of charge. the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. owners may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
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FAQ: Recall 16V854000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V854000?
NHTSA recall 16V854000 was issued by Ktm North America, Inc. on November 28, 2016. It addresses: Wiring harness could fray and brake line may melt. The recall affects approximately 7,801 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ktm North America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V854000 or the manufacturer campaign number TB1706. 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.