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KTM Müller Präzision Steering Dampers for Super Duke R and Super Duke Evo

The steering damper can loosen from the mounting adapter, leading to a loss of steering control.

Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice

What happened

KTM North America, Inc. is recalling certain Müller Präzision steering dampers sold as accessory parts for certain 2020-2026 KTM Super Duke R and Super Duke Evo motorcycles. The steering damper can loosen from the mounting adapter, which can lead to a loss of steering control. Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash or injury.

The recall was reported to NHTSA on October 14, 2026, and KTM notified dealers on October 13, 2026. Dealers will apply thread locker to the steering damper and tighten properly, free of charge.

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What to do

If yours is included:

  1. Dealers will apply thread locker to the steering damper and tighten properly, free of charge.
  2. You may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090.

What you get Free repair

Full text from NHTSA

Dealers will apply thread locker to the steering damper and tighten properly, free of charge. KTM notified dealers on October 13, 2026. Owners may contact KTM customer service at 1-888-985-6090. The information in your report suggests that KTM North America, Inc. may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.

Is yours affected?

Check yours against the codes the NHTSA notice names below.

  1. Muller Prazision Steering Damper, Steering

From the NHTSA notice

KTM North American, Inc. (KTM) is recalling certain Müller Präzision steering dampers (part number 16181T01E) sold as accessory parts for certain 2020-2026 KTM Super Duke R and Super Duke Evo motorcycles.

Recall details

Reported to NHTSA
Sold in
Nationwide
Manufacturer
KTM North America, Inc.
Component
Steering defect
Campaign
26E071000
Units affected
253
Repair cost
Free of charge
Manufacturer phone
1-888-985-6090

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Timeline

  1. Reported to NHTSA

  2. Listed on Recall Canary

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Summary by Recall Canary, written with AI · summary updated Oct 23, 2026 · primary source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (opens in a new tab)