The problem
These motorcycles were produced with incorrect certification labels. Incorrect tire rim data is printed on these labels. A tire size of 120/70 zr mt 3.5X17 rim at 32.7 Psi cold, and 170/c0 zr mt 5.50X17 rim at 36.9 Psi cold. The proper rim size is mt 3.50X17 and mt 4.50X17.
The risk
Incorrect tire inflation could occur increasing the risk of a tire failure and possible vehicle crash.
The fix
A new certification data label will be mailed to owners for installation on their motorcycles. If the owner desires, a ducati dealer can install this label for them.
Contacts
Owner notification: owner notification began february 5, 1997. Note: owners who do not receive the corrected certification label within a reasonable time free of charge should contact ducati at 1-201-839-2600, ext. 17. 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 97V005000.
- 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.