Recall 09V170000: 2009 Ducati 1198 and 5 other models

Report received

May 20, 2009

Manufacturer

Ducati north america

Potentially affected

1,549vehicles

Model years

2009–2010

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 1,549 my 2009 1198, 1198 s, 1098 r, 848 and my 2010 f1098 streetfighter and streetfighter s motorcycles. These motorcycles may experience fuel leakage from the fuel line at the fuel injector connection. The plastic fitting between fuel injector and hose can warp or break which could possibly result in a potential hazard to the rider and possible damage to the motorcycle.

Possible consequence

Any damage to the fuel line may lead to an increased risk of fire or an unexpected loss of engine performance, the thereby increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the affected injector components free of charge. The safety recall began on june 3, 2009. To locate your nearest authorized ducati dealer, you may go to www.ducatiusa.com and select the "dealer locator" or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.

Affected model years

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

• 2009 Ducati 1098R1 complaints
• 2009 Ducati 11985 complaints
• 2009 Ducati 1198S2 complaints
• 2009 Ducati 8487 complaints
• 2010 Ducati F1098 Streetfighter8 complaints
• 2010 Ducati F1098 Streetfighter S2 complaints