Front brake master cylinder piston may crack
Defect Summary
Ktm north america, inc. (ktm) is recalling certain 2015-2016 1290 super duke r abs, 2016 1290 super duke r se abs and 1290 super duke gt abs and 2017-2018 super duke r and1290 super duke gt motorcycles. the piston within the brembo front brake master cylinder may fail.
Safety Consequence
If the front brake master cylinder piston fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ktm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the piston with an aluminum one, free of charge. the recall began on february 21, 2018. owner's may contact ktm customer service at 1-888-985-6090.
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FAQ: Recall 18V033000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V033000?
NHTSA recall 18V033000 was issued by Ktm North America, Inc. on January 10, 2018. It addresses: Front brake master cylinder piston may crack. The recall affects approximately 2,361 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 18V033000 or the manufacturer campaign number TB1805. 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.