NHTSA recall 08V638000
Electrical System · Ducati North America
Details
What's wrong: The motorcycle charging system may be adversely affected by engine heat and stop operating. This results in damage to the voltage regulator and ensuing battery discharge.
Why it matters: This can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the voltage regulator, install a heat guard between the voltage regulator and the engine exhaust system, and install a modified battery support. The recall will begin on December 24, 2008.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2007 Ducati 1098
- 2007 Ducati 1098 Tricolore
- 2007 Ducati 1098S
- 2008 Ducati 1098
- 2008 Ducati 1098 Tricolore
- 2008 Ducati 1098R
- 2008 Ducati 1098S
- 2008 Ducati 848
- 2009 Ducati 1098R
- 2009 Ducati 848
- Ducati 1098
- Ducati 1098 Tricolore
- Ducati 1098R
- Ducati 1098S
- Ducati 848
All model years NHTSA lists
2007 Ducati 1098, 2008 Ducati 1098, 2007 Ducati 1098 Tricolore, 2008 Ducati 1098 Tricolore, 2008 Ducati 1098R, 2009 Ducati 1098R, 2007 Ducati 1098S, 2008 Ducati 1098S, 2008 Ducati 848, 2009 Ducati 848.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 08V638000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.