Ducati Recalls 2012 Motorcycles Due to Rear Brake Pad Defect
Ducati is recalling 2012 models because rear brake pad friction material may detach, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Ducati North America is recalling certain model year 2012 Ducati motorcycles, including the 848, Streetfighter, Hypermotard, Multistrada, and Monster models. The recall involves the rear brake pads, where the friction material may detach from the backing plate.
If the friction material detaches, there would be a sudden loss of rear brake efficiency. This condition increases the stopping distance and increases the risk of a crash.
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear brake pads free of charge as necessary. The safety recall began on May 21, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or visit www.ducati.com for more information.
The recalled product
- Product
- DUCATI MONSTER 796, 848 EVO, MONSTER 1100 EVO, HYPERMOTARD 796
- Brand
- DUCATI
- Manufacturer
- DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 283
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (6)
- MONSTER 796
- 848 EVO
- MONSTER 1100 EVO
- HYPERMOTARD 796
- MULTISTRADA 1200 ABS
- STREETFIGHTER 848
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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