Recall 11V253000: 2010–2011 Ducati MTS1200 and 1 other model

Report received

Apr 21, 2011

Manufacturer

Ducati north america

Potentially affected

1,051vehicles

Model years

2010–2011

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 certain model year 2010-2011 multistrada 1200, and model year 2011, diavel motorcycles. The electronic steering lock may fail to disengage during the motorcycle "key-on" process. This has been linked directly to a certain revision of the hands free device software. It could result in a situation where the motorcycle's engine might start while the steering lock is still engaged. A rider could start the motorcycle and attempt to ride away while the steering is still locked.

Possible consequence

The rider could experience the inability to steer increasing the risk of low speed tip-over or collision, thus increasing the potential for injury to the rider.

Remedy

The dealer will update the software of the hands free control unit free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2011. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.

Affected model years

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

• 2011 Ducati Diavel4 complaints
• 2010 Ducati MTS12002 complaints
• 2011 Ducati MTS12001 complaints