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Motorcycle Recall - Ducati Recall

By Walter F. Kern

NHTSA Campaign ID:  18V238000
Component:  Fuel System, Gasoline
Manufacturer:  Ducati North America
Recall Date: 04/16/2018
Potential Number of Units Affected: 692
Defect Summary:
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may spray out of the gas tank when the tank cap is opened.
Consequence Summary:
If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Corrective Summary:
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will rework the fuel tank cap to improve the fuel tank's breathing capacity, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446

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