Ducati Panigale Speciale recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 20, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ducati North America recalls 2017–2019 Ducati — 4 models

Recall number

19V382000

Brand / firm

Ducati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 1,880 units

Why it was recalled

Fuel spray can increase the risk of injury and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, Panigale Speciale, and 2019 Panigale R motorcycles. Excessive pressure in the fuel tank may cause fuel to spray when opening the fuel cap.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel cap venting system, provide an updated page for the owner's manual, and affix a warning label decal to the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-001. Note: This recall includes motorcycles that may have been previously remedied under recall 18V-238 for a similar issue.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.