DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 2017: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V274000

Make Model Year
DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 2017
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-05-17 2017-04-25 2017-04-26

Production Dates: 2016-03-15 - 2017-01-30

Manufacturers Involved: Ducati North America

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SRV-RCL-17-002

Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 568

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Ducati North America "Ducati" is recalling certain 2016-2017 Multistrada 1200 Enduro motorcycles. The motorcycle's rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may crack and possibly detach from the swingarm.

Consequence

If the rear shock absorber detaches from the swingarm, the motorcycle's handling would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear shock absorber assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-17-002.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.