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šŸ”„ Fire riskšŸ’„ Crash riskNHTSA 09V170šŸ“… May 20, 2009

2009 Ducati 1098R & 2009 Ducati 1198 + 4 more recall: fuel system

āš ļø What's wrong

Ducati is recalling 1,549 my 2009 1198, 1198 S, 1098 r, 848 and my 2010 F1098 Streetfighter and Streetfighter S motorcycles. These motorcycles may experience fuel leakage from the fuel line at the fuel injector connection. The plastic fitting between fuel injector and hose CAN warp or break which could possibly result in a potential hazard to the rider and possible damage to the motorcycle.

šŸ’„ The risk

Any damage to the fuel line may lead to an increased risk of fire or an unexpected loss of engine performance, the thereby increase the risk of a crash.

šŸ”§ The fix

Dealers will replace the affected injector components free of charge. The safety recall began on june 3, 2009. To locate your nearest authorized ducati dealer, you may go to www.ducatiusa.com and select the "dealer locator" or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.

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
09V170000
Manufacturer recall #
RCL-09-003
Manufacturer
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
Vehicles affected
1,549
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Owner phone
1-800-231-6696
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jun 3, 2009
Built
Jan 13, 2009 ā€“ Mar 27, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Ducati recall no. RCL-09-003.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 09V170 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 09V170?

2009 Ducati 1098R & 2009 Ducati 1198 + 4 more. 1,549 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 or call the manufacturer at 1-800-231-6696.