Vehicle recall 09V134000 · April 21, 2009
KTM 690 Duke and 690 SMC
During use, the front forks could develop cracks; this could result in the possibility of the front fork inner tube separating from the axle clamp.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Ktm is recalling 237 my 2009 690 duke and smc motorcycles. During use, the front forks could develop cracks; this could result in the possibility of the front fork inner tube separating from the axle clamp. The cause of the defect involves improper heat treatment of the front fork inner tubes by the manufacturer.
- Consequence
- Subsequently this could lead to loss of control and a crash possibly with injury or death to the rider or others.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the front fork tubes free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact ktm customer relations at 440-985-3553.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V134000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 21, 2009
- Filed by
- KTM NORTH AMERICA, INC
- Owner notification
- April 30, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 237
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Structure
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- KTM 690 Duke (2009): 2009
- KTM 690 SMC (2009): 2009
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