2019 KTM 790 Adventure Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 25%of 12 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 4,191miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2019 KTM 790 Adventure, 25% of the 12 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 4,191 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Oil leak at counter shaft seal, repaired by Ktm safety recall on rear brakes dash goes' blank while riding, steering dampener failed water pump leaked the clutch failed ( slipping ) Ktm declined to repair this, I took it upon myself and found a broken clutch plate. …”
NHTSA complaint #11382803, filed 2020-12, 6,000 miles“August 14, 2024. My KTM 790 Adventure left me stranded on side of highway due to motor failure. 14,440 miles on odometer. Oil pressure light on dash lit up. 3rd oil change of its life. Had bike towed home and then dropped off at dealer on Sept 7th 2024 and the inspection was performed on 9-25-24, was charged for valve inspection. Dealer agreed valves, lifters and head were damaged and matched my description of failure. Case was opened with KTM USA , KTM denied me their 'Goodwill scheme due to dust/dirt in motor. Appeal filed with KTM and that was also denied. …”
NHTSA complaint #11627611, filed 2024-11“The contact owns a 2019 KTM 790 Adventure Motorcycle. The contact stated that several attempts were needed to start the vehicle. While driving at low speeds and applying the throttle, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer five times where it was diagnosed that a new fuel pump, new fuel hose, clamps, fuel line, fuel connector, fuel injectors and smog kit and power-washed tank were needed. Additionally, there was build-up in the throttle body. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified but, no further assistance was provided. …”
NHTSA complaint #11448395, filed 2022-01, 2,382 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007582Sep 4, 2024KTM will also retroactively examine warranty or goodwill applications if customers of affected models have already had repairs carried out at their own expense by an authorized…
- 11004950Jul 8, 2024Even though complaints have been reported about the camshafts on the 790 Duke/Adventure MY 2018- 2020 models, examinations of the allegedly defective camshafts have shown that a…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 7 | 64% |
| 2019 | 3 | 25% |
Other parts of the 2019 KTM 790 Adventure
9 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 KTM 790 Adventure
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.
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