NHTSA recall 12V400000
Steering · Ducati North America
Details
What's wrong: Screws that secure the steering damper to the steering head could fall out due to an insufficient amount of loctite applied to the threads.
Why it matters: The steering damper can detach from the steering head 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 remove both screws, clean the threads, apply the proper amount of loctite, and tighten to the proper torque settings, 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 12V400000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.