Ducati Recalls 2018 Multistrada 1260 Motorcycles Due to Side Stand Defect
Ducati is recalling 2018 Multistrada 1260 motorcycles because the side stand may be improperly welded. If the stand breaks, the motorcycle may fall over, increasing injury 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 defect (improperly welded side stand) that could cause the motorcycle to fall over, increasing the risk of injury. This aligns with the rubric criterion for 'structural vehicle defect' or 'significant injury/property-damage reports' (potential for significant injury).
Plain-English summary
Ducati North America is recalling certain 2018 Multistrada 1260, 1260S, and Pikes Peak motorcycles. The recall involves 493 vehicles in the United States. The side stand on these motorcycles may be improperly welded, which could cause the stand to break.
If the side stand breaks, the motorcycle may unexpectedly fall over, increasing the risk of injury to the rider or others nearby. No specific injuries or accidents have been reported in the source text.
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 2, 2020. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-004. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1260
- Brand
- DUCATI
- Manufacturer
- Ducati North America
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycle
- Affected units
- 493
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 (1)
- MULTISTRADA 1260
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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