CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Problem
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
- Risk
- An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
- 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
The timing chain tensioner on these motorcycles may loosen over time. When it does, oil can leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash, since oil on the motorcycle can affect traction and control. Owners should take the recall seriously and have the issue checked.
Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts at no cost to you. You can contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ducati Panigale V4 | 20182019 |
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