Ducati 996 (2007) – 14E012000

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

996

Year

2007

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

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard