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NHTSA recall 08V638000

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

Ducati 1098 and 4 more

Reported Dec 3, 20087,130 vehicles affectedDUCATI NORTH AMERICAMaker’s number RCL-08-005Built Nov 29, 2006 – May 9, 2008

The defect

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.

The risk

This can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.

The 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.

Official recall at NHTSA ↗

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Vehicles in this recall

Ducati 1098
20072008
Ducati 1098R
20082009
Ducati 1098S
20072008
Ducati 1098 Tricolore
20072008
Ducati 848
20082009

Notes

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.