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Motorcycle Recall - Ducati Recall

By Walter F. Kern

NHTSA Campaign ID:  15V152000
Component:  Vehicle Speed Control
Manufacturer:  Ducati North America
Recall Date: 03/16/2015
Potential Number of Units Affected: 5,962
Defect Summary:
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Multistrada 1200 motorcycles. The inner sleeve of the opening throttle cable may move and prevent the full closing of the throttle.
Consequence Summary:
If the throttle cannot be fully closed, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary:
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper throttle cover with one that prevents the inner throttle sleeve from moving, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 11, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-15-001.

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