NHTSA lists 4 model-level recall records for this year, make, and model. These records may apply to your vehicle; confirm your specific VIN with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
DUCATI IS RECALLING 7,130 MY 2007-2008 1098, 1098S, 1098 TRICOLORE, 1098R, AND MY 2008-2009 848 MOTORCYCLES. THE MOTORCYCLE CHARGING SYSTEM MAY BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED BY ENGINE HEAT AND STOP OPERATING. THIS RESULTS IN DAMAGE TO THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR AND ENSUING BATTERY DISCHARGE.
Consequence
THIS CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR, INSTALL A HEAT GUARD BETWEEN THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR AND THE ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM, AND INSTALL A MODIFIED BATTERY SUPPORT. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON DECEMBER 24, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696.
DUCATI RECALL NO. RCL-08-005.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO 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.
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Power train06/05/200808V253000
DUCATI IS RECALLING 3,614 MY 2007-2008 1098, 1098S, AND 1098 TRICOLORE MOTORCYCLES. THE REAR DRIVE SPROCKET CAN FAIL.
Consequence
IF THE SPROCKET WERE TO FAIL WHILE THE MOTORCYCLE IS BEING DRIVEN, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE MOTORCYCLE WILL EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR THE CHAIN MAY BECOME ENTANGLED WITH THE CHASSIS. THIS CAN RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR DRIVE SPROCKET. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 25, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-408-253-0499.
DUCATI RECALL NO. RCL-08-003.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.
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Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Gasoline: Belts and associated pulleys04/24/200707V176000
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL CYLINDERS MOBILE TIMING BELT TENSIONER IS DIMENSIONALLY INCORRECT.
Consequence
THE MOBILE TENSIONER CAN COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE TIMING BELT COVER WHICH COULD CAUSE THE TIMING BELT TO FAIL AND CONSEQUENTLY STOP THE ENGINE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING MOBILE TIMING BELT TENSIONER USING UPDATED COMPONENTS. THE RECALLBEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-408-253-0499.
DUCATI RECALL NO. RCL-07-004.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO 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.
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Engine and engine cooling: Cooling system: Hoses/lines/piping/fittings04/24/200707V175000
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE HORIZONTAL CYLINDER HEAD FITTING TO THE THERMOSTAT PRODUCED A COOLANT LEAKAGE.
Consequence
COOLANT LEAKAGE OVER THE REAR SUSPENSION AND WHEEL COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy
THE THERMOSTAT HOSE AND RELATIVE COUPLINGS WERE REPLACED. ALL MOTORCYCLES WERE CORRECTED BEFORE RETAIL DELIVERY TO CUSTOMERS.
DUCATI RECALL NO. RCL-07-002.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO 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.
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