Defect Description For Recall
Ohlins Racing Ab (Ohlins) Is Recalling Certain Steering Dampers Kits Manufactured With An Incorrectly Machined Bracket. These Dampers Were Sold For Use As Aftermarket Equipment On Yamaha R1, R6, And Fz6, Suzuki Tl1000 R And Gsx1300R, Honda Cb600Rr, And Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, And 998 Motorcycles. Also Included Are Universal Steering Damper Kits With Part Numbers Sd 000 Through Sd 005. The Affected Brackets May Crack.
Make Of Vehicle
DUCATI
Model Of Vehicle
848
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
14E012000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
If There Is A Crack In The Steering Bracket, At Low Speeds It May Cause The Steering To Lock, Leading To Personal Injury Or A Crash.
Fix Defect
Ohlins Will Notify The Distributors And Provide Their Customers With A New Bracket. The Recall Began In November 2013. Owners May Contact Ohlins USA At 1-828-692-4525. Note: This Recall Is An Expansion Of Recall 13E-034.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ohlins Racing Ab
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
2827
Date Owners Notified
20131119
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ducati North America
Date Report Received
20140401