Ducati North America recalls 2015–2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200s, Multistrada 1200

Recall date

October 9, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

15V637000

Brand / firm

Ducati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 869 units

Why it was recalled

If the side-stand breaks, the motorcyle would fall over, increasing the risk of injury to the rider and/or the passenger.

What was recalled

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Multistrada 1200 and 1200 S motorcycles manufactured December 1, 2014, to June 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side-stand may break, due to an incorrect length of the side-stand support tube.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand support tubes, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. The recall number for this recall is RCL-15-003.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.