Recall 99V-360: 1997 Ducati 748, 1998–1999 Ducati 748BIP and 8 more
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Dec 23, 1999, covering about 4,165 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with a rear wheel hub spindle. Internal cracks may be present on the rear wheel spindle.
The risk
This condition could cause the spindle to fail affecting the control of the motorcycle, and could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the rear wheel spindle and replace if necessary.
Notes
Owner notification began december 16, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ducati at 1-973-839-2600.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | DUCATI NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Wheels › Hubcap/Cover |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V360000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ducati 748 | 1997 | All years |
| Ducati 748BIP | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Ducati 748L | 1998 | All years |
| Ducati 748Mono | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Ducati 916 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 | All years |
| Ducati 916BIP | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Ducati 916Mono | 1998 | All years |
| Ducati 955SP | 1996 | All years |
| Ducati 996BIP | 1999 | All years |
| Ducati 996SPS | 1997, 1998 | All 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 99V-360?
Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with a rear wheel hub spindle. Internal cracks may be present on the rear wheel spindle.
How is recall 99V-360 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the rear wheel spindle and replace if necessary.
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.