CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
- Problem
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles manufactured February 17, 2015, to November 11, 2016. The affected vehicles have a side stand pivot nut that can detach, potentially causing the side stand position sensor to no longer function properly.
- Risk
- If the side stand position sensor does not function properly, the engine may stall, or the motorcycle may be ridden while the stand is still down. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt, free of charge. The recall began on begin January 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-16-004.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles built between February 17, 2015 and November 11, 2016, the nut holding the side stand pivot can come loose and detach. When that happens, the side stand position sensor may stop working properly.
If the sensor fails, the engine may stall unexpectedly, or the motorcycle may be ridden with the side stand still down. Either situation raises the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696 or take their motorcycle to an authorized Ducati dealer. The side stand pivot bolt will be replaced free of charge. You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ducati Scrambler | 20152016 |
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