Recall 07V-450: 2007 Ducati 1098
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Sep 25, 2007, covering about 1,516 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motorcycles, the electronic control unit (Ecu) ignition timing and idle mixture were improperly set during production causing the engine speed to drop and stall the engine when the temperature of the cooling system exceeded 180f.
The risk
If the engine stops while the motorcycle is being driven, it could increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ECU mapping using a dedicated diagnostic system instrument (Dds) free of charge. The recall began on february 8, 2008. Owners may contact ducati at 201-264-8327.
Notes
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 | Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V450000 |
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-450?
On certain motorcycles, the electronic control unit (Ecu) ignition timing and idle mixture were improperly set during production causing the engine speed to drop and stall the engine when the temperature of the cooling system exceeded 180f.
How is recall 07V-450 fixed?
Dealers will replace the ECU mapping using a dedicated diagnostic system instrument (Dds) free of charge. The recall began on february 8, 2008. Owners may contact ducati at 201-264-8327.
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.