Recall 12V-053: 2012 Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO, 2011 Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP and 5 more
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Feb 14, 2012, covering about 913 vehicles.
The problem
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 hypermotard and monster motorcycles manufactured from june 25, 2011, through november 30, 2011. The fuel lines contain micro-cracking due to insufficient drying of raw materials prior to extrusion.
The risk
This could cause a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire and increased risk of property damage or personal injury.
The fix
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.
Notes
Ducatiâs safety recall number is rcl-12-001.customers may 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, Other › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V053000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Hypermotard 1100 EVO SP | 2011 | All years |
| Ducati Hypermotard 796 | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati HYPERMOTARD1100EVO SP C | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Monster 1100 EVO | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Monster 696 | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Monster 796 | 2012 | All years |
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 12V-053?
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 hypermotard and monster motorcycles manufactured from june 25, 2011, through november 30, 2011. The fuel lines contain micro-cracking due to insufficient drying of raw materials prior to extrusion.
How is recall 12V-053 fixed?
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.
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.