Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2019 KTM 790 Adventure
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 KTM 790 Adventure has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 12 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21V304000 Weak Front Brake Return Spring May Reduce Braking NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V198000 Rear Brakes May Fail NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Service Brakes 9 complaints
- Engine 3 complaints
- Wheels 2 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$7,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2019 KTM 790 Adventure has a below-average reliability rating due to two brake system recalls and a high number of complaints about the brakes. The recall issues and owner complaints suggest possible reliability concerns, particularly regarding brake performance. However, the limited number of complaints makes the data insufficient for a comprehensive assessment.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | Unknown | $300–$1,000 | very common |
| Engine | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | rare |
| Wheels | Unknown | $100–$300 | rare |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake fluid replacement
- Chain lubrication
- Tire inspections
- Air filter replacement
- Valve clearance check
- Coolant replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Decreased braking power
- Unusual engine noises
- Vibration while riding
- Irregular tire wear
- Faulty lighting
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 KTM 790 Adventure at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.