NHTSA recall 12V399000
Steering · Ducati North America
Details
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
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All model years NHTSA lists
2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale, 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 12V399000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.