Ducati Monster 796 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2012–2012: 2 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
By year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
Recent recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #12V188000 · 2012 · 283 units
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012 848, streetfighter, hypermotard, multistrada, and monster motorcycles. the friction material may detach from the backing plate of the rear brake pads.
Risk: If the friction material detaches, there would be a sudden loss of rear brake efficiency, increasing the stopping distance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the rear brake pads free of charge. the safety recall began on may 21, 2012. owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.
Fuel System, Other #12V053000 · 2012 · 913 units
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 hypermotard and monster motorcycles manufactured from june 25, 2011, through november 30, 2011. the fuel lines contain micro-cracking due to insufficient drying of raw materials prior to extrusion.
Risk: This could cause a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire and increased risk of property damage or personal injury.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. the safety recall began on march 1, 2012. owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.
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