Ducati Panigale V4 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 16, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ducati North America recalls 2018 Ducati Panigale V4

Recall number

18V238000

Brand / firm

Ducati

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 692 units

Why it was recalled

If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.

What was recalled

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may spray out of the gas tank when the tank cap is opened.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will rework the fuel tank cap to improve the fuel tank's breathing capacity, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.