Recall 07V-176: 2007 Ducati 1098 Tricolore
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Apr 24, 2007, covering about 2 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motorcycles, the horizontal and vertical cylinders mobile timing belt tensioner is dimensionally incorrect.
The risk
The mobile tensioner can come into contact with the timing belt cover which could cause the timing belt to fail and consequently stop the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the existing mobile timing belt tensioner using updated components. The recallbegan on april 4, 2007. Owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.
Notes
Ducati recall no. Rcl-07-004.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DUCATI NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V176000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 07V-176?
On certain motorcycles, the horizontal and vertical cylinders mobile timing belt tensioner is dimensionally incorrect.
How is recall 07V-176 fixed?
Dealers will replace the existing mobile timing belt tensioner using updated components. The recallbegan on april 4, 2007. Owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.