Recall 08V253000: 2007–2008 Ducati 1098S and 2 other models

Report received

Jun 5, 2008

Manufacturer

Ducati north america

Potentially affected

3,614vehicles

Model years

2007–2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Ducati is recalling 3,614 my 2007-2008 1098, 1098s, and 1098 tricolore motorcycles. The rear drive sprocket can fail.

Possible consequence

If the sprocket were to fail while the motorcycle is being driven, it is possible that the motorcycle will experience a sudden loss of power and/or the chain may become entangled with the chassis. This can result in a crash without prior warning.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear drive sprocket. The recall began on june 25, 2008. Owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2007 Ducati 109810 complaints
• 2008 Ducati 10987 complaints
• 2007 Ducati 1098 Tricolore1 complaints
• 2008 Ducati 1098 Tricolore1 complaints
• 2007 Ducati 1098S1 complaints
• 2008 Ducati 1098S4 complaints