The problem
On certain motorcycles, the incorrect rear shock absorber rocker arm was installed during production.
The risk
The incorrect component could potentially fail causing the vehicle to crash without prior warning.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the rear shock absorber rocker arm and replace it if necessary free of charge. The recall began on june 15, 2005. Owners may contact ducati at 408-253-0499.
Contacts
Customers 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.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ducati dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 05V219000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.