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💥 Crash risk🩹 Injury riskNHTSA 04V340📅 Jul 14, 2004

2003–2004 Ducati 749 & 2003–2004 Ducati 749S + 4 more recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain motorcycles, a significant quantity of oil lubricant CAN leak on to the rear wheel and tire from the oil cooler.

💥 The risk

Oil leakage CAN cause dangerous riding conditions which could lead to injury or a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect the oil cooler and replace it if necessary. The recall began on december 5, 2004. Owners should contact ducati at 408-343-4411.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V340000
Manufacturer
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Vehicles affected
1,800
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 5, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V340 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V340?

2003–2004 Ducati 749 & 2003–2004 Ducati 749S + 4 more. 1,800 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ducati dealer to book the free repair.