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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15V268000

2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale | 2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera — Suspension: rear: shock absorber

Published May 8, 2015 · Recall initiated: May 8, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15V268000, published May 8, 2015. Recalling firm: Ducati North America; 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale | 2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera — Suspension: rear: shock absorber.

What's the hazard

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2014 1199 Panigale S version, 1199 Superleggera and 1199 Panigale R version motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear shock absorber. The nut on the damper rod for these shock absorbers may loosen, resulting in a loss of damping and the possible disassembling of the shock.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the rear shock assembly or send the shock to the supplier's repair center to be remedied, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-15-002.

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Recall details

Brand
DUCATI
Model
1199 PANIGALE
Manufacturer
Ducati North America
Lot
2014 DUCATI 1199 PANIGALE | 2014 DUCATI 1199 SUPERLEGGERA
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale | 2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera — Suspension: rear: shock absorber recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V268000 on May 8, 2015. Reported hazard: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2014 1199 Panigale S version, 1199 Superleggera and 1199 Panigale R version motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear shock absorber. The nut on the damper rod for these shock absorbers may loosen, resulting in a loss of damping and the possible disassembling of the shock.

What should I do if I have this product?

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the rear shock assembly or send the shock to the supplier's repair center to be remedied, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-15-002.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DUCATI. Model: 1199 PANIGALE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)