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Ducati Multistrada Recall 21V212: Engine Valves Can Wear and Break, Reducing Power

NHTSA campaign 21V212, reported March 25, 2021, 129 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Excessive wear of the engine's valve guides can cause the valve head to break. A broken valve head may reduce the engine's acceleration and performance, which increases the risk of a crash.

Owners should check whether their motorcycle is included in this recall and contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446 if it is. Ducati will notify affected owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the entire engine free of charge. You can also check your VIN for open recalls at no cost.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V212Ducati North America
Component
ENGINE
Problem
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Multistrada V4 S motorcycles. Excessive wear of the valve guides may cause the valve head to break.
Risk
A broken valve head may decrease the acceleration and performance of the engine, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and the dealer will replace the entire motorcycle engine with another engine, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-002.
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.

Affected vehicles

Ducati Multistrada2021