Ducati 1199 Panigale (2012) – 12V399000

Defect Description For Recall

Ducati Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale Motorcycles Manufactured From March 16, 2012, Through July 12, 2012 . Due To An Incorrect Assembly Tolerance, The Uniball Bearing On The Damper Rod Eyelet Could Slip Out Of Its Seat On The Ohlins Steering Damper.

Make Of Vehicle

DUCATI

Model Of Vehicle

1199 PANIGALE

Year

2012

Recall Campaign Number

12V399000

Component Description

Steering

Effect Of Defect

The Steering Damper Can Detach From Its Mounting Point Which Can Lead To Loss Of Control Of The Motorcycle, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Ducati Will Notify Owners, And Authorized Dealers Will Install A Special Washer At The Steering Damper’S Mounting Point, 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.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Ducati North America

Start Of Manufacture

20120316

End Of Manufacture

20120712

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

2411

Date Owners Notified

20121115

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Ducati North America

Date Report Received

20120810

Make Campaign Number

RCL-12-006

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard