Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Fuel Sprays When Cap is Removed

Fuel Sprays When Cap is Removed

Fuel spray can increase the risk of injury and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V382000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,880

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, Panigale Speciale, and 2019 Panigale R motorcycles. Excessive pressure in the fuel tank may cause fuel to spray when opening the fuel cap.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel cap venting system, provide an updated page for the owner's manual, and affix a warning label decal to the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin July 13, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-001. Note: This recall includes motorcycles that may have been previously remedied under recall 18V-238 for a similar issue.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Timing Chain Tensioner May Loosen and Leak Oil

Timing Chain Tensioner may Loosen and Leak Oil

An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V854000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,502

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. 

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Oil Cooler Port May Crack Causing an Oil Leak

Oil Cooler Port May Crack Causing an Oil Leak

An engine oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V834000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Potential Number of Units Affected 1,663

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, and V4 SP motorcycles. The oil cooler output port may crack, causing an oil leak.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Rear Brake Pad Friction Material May Detach

Rear Brake Pad Friction Material may Detach

If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V480000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected 72

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles. The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. Brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 15, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain 2018 Motorcycles Due to Fuel Leak From Tank Breathing System Valve Plug

Fuel Leak from Tank Breathing System Valve Plug

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V239000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 692

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the gas tank's internal breathing system valve plug.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the plug and the O-ring, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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Ducati is Recalling Certain Motorcycles Due to Fuel Sprays When Cap is Removed

Fuel Sprays When Cap is Removed

If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V238000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 692

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may spray out of the gas tank when the tank cap is opened.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will rework the fuel tank cap to improve the fuel tank's breathing capacity, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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