Recall 12V-188: 2012 Ducati 848 EVO, 2012 Ducati Hypermotard 796 and 4 more
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on May 1, 2012, covering about 283 vehicles.
The problem
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012 848, streetfighter, hypermotard, multistrada, and monster motorcycles. The friction material may detach from the backing plate of the rear brake pads.
The risk
If the friction material detaches, there would be a sudden loss of rear brake efficiency, increasing the stopping distance and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the rear brake pads free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 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-12-003.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 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V188000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ducati 848 EVO | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Hypermotard 796 | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Monster 1100 EVO | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Monster 796 | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Multistrada 1200 ABS | 2012 | All years |
| Ducati Streetfighter 848 | 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-188?
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012 848, streetfighter, hypermotard, multistrada, and monster motorcycles. The friction material may detach from the backing plate of the rear brake pads.
How is recall 12V-188 fixed?
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the rear brake pads free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 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.