Recall 17V-812: 2015–2018 Ducati 1299, 2015–2018 Ducati Monster 1200 and 4 more
Ducati North America recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Dec 15, 2017, covering about 6,758 vehicles.
The problem
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2018 1299 motorcycles (including STD, S, FE and SL models), Monster 1200 motorcycles (including S and R models), Multistrada motorcycles (including S and PP models), 2015-2017 Panigale R, 2016-2018 XDaviel S motorcycles and 2017-2018 Scrambler 800 Café Racer motorcycles. These motorcycles are equipped with Brembo front brake master cylinders that may fail.
The risk
If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder piston, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 15, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Ducati North America |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 17V812000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ducati 1299 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Ducati Monster 1200 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Ducati Multistrada | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Ducati Panigale R | 2015, 2016, 2017 | All years |
| Ducati Scrambler 800 Cafe Racer | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Ducati Xdiavel S | 2016, 2017, 2018 | 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 17V-812?
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2018 1299 motorcycles (including STD, S, FE and SL models), Monster 1200 motorcycles (including S and R models), Multistrada motorcycles (including S and PP models), 2015-2017 Panigale R, 2016-2018 XDaviel S motorcycles and 2017-2018 Scrambler 800 Café Racer motorcycles. These motorcycles are equipped with Brembo front brake master cylinders that may fail.
How is recall 17V-812 fixed?
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder piston, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 15, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696.
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.