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Ducati Scrambler Recall 21V361: Turn signals may be too dim, raising crash risk

NHTSA campaign 21V361, reported May 17, 2021, 228 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2021 Ducati Scrambler 800 Night Shift motorcycles may have front and rear turn signal lights that do not flash brightly enough. The lights fail to meet federal lighting requirements under FMVSS 108.

Dim turn signals can make it harder for other drivers to notice that you are turning or changing lanes, which increases the risk of a crash.

Authorized Ducati dealers will replace the front and rear turn signals at no cost to you. Owners can contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446 and reference recall number SRV-RCL-21-009. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V361Ducati North America
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Problem
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Scrambler 800 Night Shift motorcycles. The front and rear turn signal lights may not flash brightly enough. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Turn signal lights that aren't bright enough can reduce other driver's ability to see that the turn signals have been activated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front and rear turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-009.
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 Scrambler2021