NHTSA recall 21V315000
Service brakes, hydraulic
Ducati Monster 1200 and 4 more
The defect
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Monster 797, Monster 1200, Supersport, 2016-2020 XDiavel, and 2018-2020 Monster 821 motorcycles. Air may permeate the rear brake system.
The risk
Air in the system may reduce effectiveness of the rear brakes, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will install new rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.