2022-2024 KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles Recalled for Throttle Failure

Agency Publication Date: September 11, 2025

Summary

KTM North America is recalling approximately 9,070 motorcycles, including certain 2022-2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, Vitpilen 401, and 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure models. Water can enter the electronic throttle control unit, causing it to malfunction and fail. This failure leads to a sudden loss of drive power while the motorcycle is in motion.

Risk

A loss of drive power while riding significantly increases the risk of a crash or injury as the rider may lose control or be struck by other vehicles.

What You Should Do

This recall affects 2022-2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, 2022-2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, and 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure motorcycles.
Identify if your motorcycle is affected by visiting www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and entering your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VINs for these models became searchable in the system on March 31, 2026.
Contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna dealer to schedule a free inspection and replacement of the electronic throttle control unit.
For further assistance, contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090 and reference recall numbers KTB2606 or HTB2603.
Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls for more information.

Your Remedy Options

Free Repair

How to: Dealers will inspect and replace the electronic throttle (e-throttle) control unit free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2022-2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401

Manufacturer recall number: HTB2603

Product: 2022-2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401

Manufacturer recall number: HTB2603

Product: 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure

Manufacturer recall number: KTB2606

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 25V598000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.

Sold By: Authorized KTM and Husqvarna motorcycle dealers

Units Affected: 9,070 vehicles(2% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: KTB2606 & HTB2603

Agency Last Updated: April 14, 2026

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

This recall affects 2022-2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, 2022-2023 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, and 2022-2024 KTM 390 Adventure motorcycles.

Identify if your motorcycle is affected by visiting www.nhtsa.gov/recalls and entering your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VINs for these models became searchable in the system on March 31, 2026.

Contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna dealer to schedule a free inspection and replacement of the electronic throttle control unit.

For further assistance, contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090 and reference recall numbers KTB2606 or HTB2603.

Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls for more information.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 25V598000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: KTM North America, Inc.

Sold By: Authorized KTM and Husqvarna motorcycle dealers

Units Affected: 9,070 vehicles(2% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: KTB2606 & HTB2603

Agency Last Updated: April 14, 2026