Ducati Recall 17V274000: Suspension, Rear, Shock Absorber

NHTSA recall 17V274000 · announced April 25, 2017 · filed by Ducati North America · 568 units affected

The problem

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Multistrada 1200 Enduro motorcycles. The motorcycle's rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may crack and possibly detach from the swingarm.

The risk

If the rear shock absorber detaches from the swingarm, the motorcycle's handling would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear shock absorber assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-17-002.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200
• 2017 Ducati Multistrada 1200

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.