The problem
The side stand spring plate on the retractable side stand can break allowing the side stand to drop and possibly hit the ground while the vehicle is in motion.
The risk
This condition could affect the control of the motorcycle and increase the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will replace the spring plate on the affected motorcycles.
Contacts
System: equipment; motorcycle kickstand. Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with retractable side stands. Note: if your motorcycle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, please contact cagiva at 1-201-839-2600. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 95V074000.
- 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.