2018 Ducati Panigale V4 | 2019 Ducati Panigale V4 — Engine and engine cooling: engine
Published December 6, 2018 · Recall initiated: November 30, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V854000, published December 6, 2018 and initiated November 30, 2018. Recalling firm: Ducati North America; 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 | 2019 Ducati Panigale V4 — Engine and engine cooling: engine.
What's the hazard
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
What to do
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
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Recall details
- Brand
- DUCATI
- Model
- PANIGALE V4
- Manufacturer
- Ducati North America
- Lot
- 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 | 2019 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 | 2019 Ducati Panigale V4 — Engine and engine cooling: engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V854000 on December 6, 2018. Reported hazard: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: DUCATI. Model: PANIGALE V4.