2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 1,200miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 4 complaints (57% of the total), followed by electrical system (1) and engine (1). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 1,200 miles. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the slave cylinder and 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system1 14%
- Engine1 14%
- Fuel system1 14%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “The seal on the clutch slave cylinder failed, preventing me from shifting out of gear, into neutral to effect a safe stop. I was riding my motorcycle at the time and had trouble stopping. I had to stall the engine while riding to stop. When the motorcycle did stop, it was not a controlled stop and the motorcycle nearly fell over.”
NHTSA complaint #11355301, filed 2020-09, 6,041 milesElectrical system: “Dashboard flickers on high speed or during bumps. And after 2000 miles engine light came on. Turn out to be oil level low. After topping it off it runs okay for now. No comments from dealership and waiting on Husqvarna to call me back.”
NHTSA complaint #11323443, filed 2020-05, 1,200 milesFuel system: “Repeated instances of complete motorcycle throttle failure/unresponsiveness—so far, only at starting out. Forums online describe this as a frequent, chronic problem with Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 (made by KTM). Message on Speedometer: TC FAILURE First incident: July 14, 2024 Approx mileage 8500 Immediate complete OEM battery replacement offered no change. Disabling “Traction Control” mitigated problem for last 2+ months. Possibly only incidental or coincidental success. Frequency of problem, however, has recently returned. …”
NHTSA complaint #11618374, filed 2024-10Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 15 and 6,041 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 21V792000Oct 12, 2021Power train › Clutch assembly › Slave cylinderCovers: Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2018–2020, 701 Supermoto 2018–2020, KTM 690 Enduro R 2018–2020 +4 more
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 690 Enduro R, Vitpilen 701, 701 Enduro, 701 Supermoto, 2019-2020 690 SMC R, Svartpilen, 2018-2019 690 Duke, and 2020 701 Enduro LR motorcycles. The bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder…
- 21V627000Aug 10, 2021Structure › Motorcycle › Fairing/cowling/windscreen › Mounting fasteners/hardwareCovers: Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2018–2020, Svartpilen 701 2019–2020
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Husqvarna Motorcycle 701 Vitpilen and 2019-2020 701 Svartpilen motorcycles. The gear teeth on the license plate holder and swingarm may be positioned incorrectly, possibly resulting in a loose rear…
- 20V170000Mar 19, 2020Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pumpCovers: Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 2018–2020, Svartpilen 701 2019–2020
KTM North America, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Husqvarna 701 Svartpilen and 2018-2020 Husqvarna 701 Vitpilen motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the fuel level sensor and fuel pump mounting area.
Recall details for the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10203682Oct 1, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Body and structure. Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with certain 2018, 2019 and 2020 motorcycles listed above pertaining to the clutch…
- 10203681Jun 25, 2021Body and structure, Suspension. Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with the motorcycle models and years listed below in which the alignment of the gear…
- 10190963Jul 2, 2020Fuel system. Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists with the motorcycle models and years listed above in which the fuel may seep or leak…
Other model years of the Husqvarna Vitpilen 701
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7 | 1,200 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 4 complaints (57% of the total), followed by electrical system with 1.
Has the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2019 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 1,200 miles and the middle half falls between 15 and 6,041 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.