NHTSA Recall 97V005000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V005000; Date: Jan. 16, 1997
Incorrect tire inflation could occur increasing the risk of a tire failure and possible vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Ducati 900S
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Ducati North America
Affected Units:: 120
Recall Summary:
These motorcycles were produced with incorrect certification labels. Incorrect tire rim data is printed on these labels. A tire size of 120/70 zr mt 3. 5x17 rim at 32. 7 psi cold, and 170/c0 zr mt 5. 50x17 rim at 36. 9 psi cold. The proper rim size is mt 3. 50x17 and mt 4. 50x17.
How to Fix:
A new certification data label will be mailed to owners for installation on their motorcycles. If the owner desires, a ducati dealer can install this label for them.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification began February 5, 1997. Note:owners who do not receive the corrected certification label within a reasonable time free of charge should contact ducati at 1-201-839-2600, ext. 17. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 5, 1997
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