Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012 . Due to an incorrect assembly tolerance, the Uniball bearing on the damper rod eyelet could slip out of its seat on the Ohlins steering damper.
Ducati North America – Ohlins Steering Damper Washer
| Report Received Date | 08/10/2012 |
| NHTSA ID | 12V399000 |
| Consequence Summary | The steering damper can detach from its mounting point which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a special washer at the steering damper's mounting point, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com. |
| Recall Code | RCL-12-006 |
| Potentially Affected | 2411 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V399000) |
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