Ducati Hypermotard problems & recalls

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2019 hypermotard 950 sp motorcycles. the side stand may be improperly welded, potentially causing the stand to break.

Risk: A broken side stand could result in the motorcycle falling down, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will install a new side stand, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed october 22, 2021. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. ducati's number for this recall is srv-rcl-21-011.

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2019-2020 hypermotard 950 and hypermotard 950 sp motorcycles. the negative terminal on the battery may break, potentially causing a sudden loss of power and an engine stall.

Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the routing of the negative cable, rerouting it as necessary. in addition, the battery will be better secured with insulation pads. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began december 10, 2019. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. ducati's number for this recall is srv-rcl-19-003.

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2018 ducati panigale v4, panigale 959, panigale 1299 fe, and hypermotard motorcycles. the friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.

Risk: If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began august 27, 2018. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the license number plate holder support bracket posts can crack.

Risk: The license plate can fall off the motorcycle.

Fix: Dealers will install a redesigned bracket free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2008. owners may contact ducati at 408-253-0499.

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the battery can move side to side inside the fuel tank mounting compartment. this movement could result in main wiring harness damage at the battery terminal. this condition could cause an electrical short consequently stopping the engine.

Risk: If the engine stops while the motorcycle is being driven, it could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a battery mounting bracket and two double lock velcro strips on the bottom of the battery. the recall began on november 19, 2007. owners may contact ducati motorcycles at 1-408-253-0499.