Recall 12V-073: 2011–2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO

DUCATI NORTH AMERICA recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Feb 27, 2012, covering about 892 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-073
Report date
Feb 27, 2012
Vehicles affected
892
Owners notified
Mar 14, 2012

The problem

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 monster 1100 evo motorcycles, manufactured from january 17, 2011, through january 24, 2012 and equipped with rear rims marked with code du6-rr. Over time, the spokes on the rear wheel rim may develop cracks.

The risk

Cracks may lead to failure of the rear wheel rim, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear wheel rim, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.

Notes

This is ducati recall number rcl-12-002.customers may 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.

Recall details

ManufacturerDUCATI NORTH AMERICA
ComponentWheels › Rim
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V073000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ducati Monster 1100 EVO2011, 2012All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-073?

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 monster 1100 evo motorcycles, manufactured from january 17, 2011, through january 24, 2012 and equipped with rear rims marked with code du6-rr. Over time, the spokes on the rear wheel rim may develop cracks.

How is recall 12V-073 fixed?

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear wheel rim, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.