NHTSA Recall 09V170000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V170000; Date: May. 20, 2009
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Ducati 1098R; 2009 Ducati 1198; 2009 Ducati 1198S; 2009 Ducati 848; 2010 Ducati F1098 Streetfighter; 2010 Ducati F1098 Streetfighter S
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery
Manufactured by: Ducati North America
Affected Units:: 1,549
Recall Summary:
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.
How to 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.
Recall 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 .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 3, 2009
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