NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V834
Manufacturer Ducati
North America
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,663
Oil Cooler Port May Crack Causing an Oil Leak
An engine oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, and V4 SP motorcycles. The oil cooler output port may crack, causing an oil leak.
Remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Acknowledgement
December 3, 2018
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