Ducati Xdiavel recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 12, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ducati North America recalls 2016–2017 Ducati Xdiavel

Recall number

16V729000

Brand / firm

Ducati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,433 units

Why it was recalled

If the lower stand place screw becomes loose it can cause the bike to fall, or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

What was recalled

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XDiavel motorcycles manufactured July 7, 2015, to June 22, 2016. The side stand plate lower fastening screw on the affected motorcycles may not be sufficiently tightened, causing the stand to fail and the bike to fall. Additionally, during normal use on the road, the loosening of the lower screw could cause damage to the side stand sensor switch, causing the engine to stall.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot and side stand plate fastening screw, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-16-003(B).. Follow the official notice for full instructions.