DEFECT #1 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 2009-06-01DescriptionDucati is recalling 732 model year 2009 1198 s, 1098 r, and f1098 s streetfighter motorcycles. The right fork may have possible cracking a deformation at the right-hand side fork bottom wheel axle pinch bolt area.
ConsequenceCracking of the fork may lead to a loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective ActionDucati will notify owners and repair the affected motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 16, 2009. Owners may contact ducati toll-free at 1-800-231-6696.
NotesDuctai's recall campaign no. Rcl-09-004.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to
http://www.safercar.gov .