2014 Ducati 1199 Superleggera problems & recalls

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain model year 2014 1199 panigale s version, 1199 superleggera and 1199 panigale r version motorcycles. the affected motorcycles may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear shock absorber. the nut on the damper rod for these shock absorbers may loosen, resulting in a loss of damping and the possible disassembling of the shock.

Risk: If the damper rod nut loosens, shock absorber performance would be affected, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the rear shock assembly or send the shock to the supplier's repair center to be remedied, free of charge. the recall began on june 29, 2015. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. ducati's number for this recall is rcl-15-002.

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain model year 2014 1199 superleggera motorcycles manufactured april 8, 2014, through november 13, 2014. on the affected motorcycles, the damper plate assembled between the primary driven gear and the clutch basket assembly could break due to fatigue, and result in the engine seizing, and therefore, the rear wheel locking up.

Risk: A rear wheel lock up may cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new clutch assembly, free of charge. the recall began on july 11, 2016. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. ducati's number for this recall is srv-rcl-16-002.