NHTSA recall 18V480000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Ducati Hypermotard and 3 more
Reported Jul 19, 201872 vehicles affectedDucati North AmericaBuilt Sep 18, 2017 – Jan 12, 2018
The defect
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles. The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.
The risk
If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. Brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.