Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16
— Recall Campaign #12V400000
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. Screws that secure the steering damper to the steering head could fall out due to an insufficient amount of Loctite applied to the threads.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,411 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V400000
| Manufacturer: | Ducati North America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 10, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V400000 |
| Units affected: | 2,411 |
- Description:
- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. Screws that secure the steering damper to the steering head could fall out due to an insufficient amount of Loctite applied to the threads.
- Consequeces:
- The steering damper can detach from the steering head which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will remove both screws, clean the threads, apply the proper amount of Loctite, and tighten to the proper torque settings, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.
- Notes:
- Ducati's recall number is RCL-12-006.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.