Ducati North America | NHTSA Recall #11V253000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V253000 by Ducati North America. Includes 1,051 affected units, HANDS FREE CONTROL UNIT REPROGRAMMING, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 multistrada 1200, and model year 2011, diavel motorcycles. the electronic steering lock may fail to disengage during the motorcycle "key-on" process. This has been linked directly to a certain revision of the hands free device software. it could result in a situation where the motorcycle's engine might start while the steering lock is still engaged. A rider could start the motorcycle and attempt to ride away while the steering is still locked.

Corrective Action

The dealer will update the software of the hands free control unit free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during may 2011. owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V253000
Manufacturer: Ducati North America
Report Received Date: 2011-04-21T00:00:00
Subject: Hands free control unit reprogramming
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 1,051

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 multistrada 1200, and model year 2011, diavel motorcycles. the electronic steering lock may fail to disengage during the motorcycle "key-on" process. This has been linked directly to a certain revision of the hands free device software. it could result in a situation where the motorcycle's engine might start while the steering lock is still engaged. A rider could start the motorcycle and attempt to ride away while the steering is still locked.
Consequence Summary: The rider could experience the inability to steer increasing the risk of low speed tip-over or collision, thus increasing the potential for injury to the rider.
Corrective Action: The dealer will update the software of the hands free control unit free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during may 2011. owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-dghk_yy3s_ksyb
NHTSA ID: 11V253000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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