CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
- Problem
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Multistrada 1260, 1260S, and Pikes Peak motorcycles. The side stand may be improperly welded, potentially causing the stand to break.
- Risk
- If the stand breaks the motorcycle may unexpectedly fall over, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2, 2020. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-004.
- 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
A weld on the side stand of certain motorcycles may be improperly made. Over time, the stand could break while the bike is parked, and the motorcycle may suddenly tip over, which raises the risk of injury.
Owners should contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446 for more information. Ducati will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the side stand at no cost. The recall is expected to begin January 2, 2020. Until the stand is replaced, take care when parking the bike and avoid relying on the side stand to hold it upright.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls on the NHTSA website.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ducati Multistrada 1260 | 2018 |
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