NHTSA recall 12V401000
Suspension › Rear
Ducati 1199 Panigale
Reported Aug 10, 20122,411 vehicles affectedDUCATI NORTH AMERICAMaker’s number RCL 12-006Built Mar 16, 2012 – Jul 12, 2012
The defect
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. The right and left swingarm shaft pivots can loosen.
The risk
The swingarm shaft pivots can loosen from the swingarm which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will tighten the right and left swingarm shaft pivots to the proper torque settings, 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.