APRIL 2011 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Multistrada 1200, and model year 2011, Diavel motorcycles. The electronic steering lock may fail to disengage during the motorcycle "key-on" process.This has been linked directly to a certain revision of the hands free device software. It could result in a situation where the motorcycle's engine might start while the steering lock is still engaged. A rider could start the motorcycle and attempt to ride away while the steering is still locked. The rider could experience the inability to steer increasing the risk of low speed tip-over or collision, thus increasing the potential for injury to the rider. The dealer will update the software of the hands free control unit free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during May 2011.   11V-253

JANUARY 2011 - Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010 MTS 1200S motorcycles. In the event the driver should downshift or maneuver with the clutch disengaged and the engine at idle, the vehicle could stall. Engine stalling could increase the risk of crash. Dealers will re-flash the electronic control unit free of charge. The safety recall began on February 2, 2011. 11V-003

JANUARY 2011 - Ducati is recalling certain model year 2006 Multistrada 620, model year 2003-2006, Multistrada 1000, and model year 2007-2009, Multistrada 1100 motorcycles. Fuel leakage can occur at the fuel tank pump flange seal. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel pump o-ring with an updated part free of charge. The safety recall began on February 4, 2011. 11V-020

AUGUST 2010 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010 Multistrada 1200 motorcycles. The throttle cables may come into contact with the upper edge of the radiator during normal operation of the motorcycle. This situation could cause the throttle cables to become chafed by the radiator resulting in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider. Damage to the cables could adversely affect the motorcycle's throttle operation and thereby reduce the driver's ability to control the speed of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealer will secure the throttle cables to the frame above the radiator to prevent contact. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on August 13, 2010.   10V-356

AUGUST 2010 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010 Multistrada 1200 s touring edition motorcycles. The motorcycle's center stand mounting screws may come loose during normal operation. This situation could cause the center stand to possibly become displaced from its intended mounting position resulting in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider. Any displacement of the center stand could adversely affect the driver's ability to control the motorcycle increasing the risk of a crash. Dealer will remove the center stand screws apply thread-locking compound and reinstall the screws to the specified torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on August 13, 2010.   10V-357

AUGUST 2010 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010 Multistrada 1200 motorcycles. During production an incorrect screw may have been installed in the motorcycle's steering head. This situation could cause the steering head to possibly become loose during normal operation. Any loosening of the steering head could adversely affect the driver's ability to steer the motorcycle increasing the risk of a crash. Dealer will replace the steering head screw with the correct screw. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on August 13, 2010.   10V-358

JULY 2010 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010 Multistrada 1200 motorcycles. The throttle cables may come into contact with the upper edge of the radiator during normal operation of the motorcycle. This situation could cause the throttle cables to become chafed by the radiator resulting in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider. Damage to the cables could adversely affect the motorcycle"s throttle operation and thereby reduce the driver"s ability to control the speed of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealer will secure the throttle cables to the frame above the radiator to prevent contact. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2010. . 10V-356

JULY 2010 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010 Multistrada 1200 s touring edition motorcycles. The motorcycle"s center stand mounting screws may come loose during normal operation. This situation could cause the center stand to possibly become displaced from its intended mounting position resulting in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider. Any displacement of the center stand could adversely affect the driver"s ability to control the motorcycle increasing the risk of a crash. Dealer will remove the center stand screws apply thread-locking compound and reinstall the screws to the specified torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2010.  10V-357

JULY 2010 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010 Multistrada 1200 motorcycles. During production an incorrect screw may have been installed in the motorcycle"s steering head. This situation could cause the steering head to possibly become loose during normal operation. Any loosening of the steering head could adversely affect the driver"s ability to steer the motorcycle increasing the risk of a crash. Dealer will replace the steering head screw with the correct screw. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2010. . 10V-358

OCTOBER 2009 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 motorcycles. The fuel hose may become disconnected from the fuel pump which could result in engine stalling and a fuel leak. Stalling can cause a crash and a fuel leak can result in a fire. Dealers will inspect and, if required, replace and reposition the fuel hose retaining clamp free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2009. . 09V-381

SEPTEMBER 2009 -- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2008 Desmosedici RR motorcycles. Due to insufficient distance between the tail guard and the exhaust system, the tail guard could overheat. Overheating of the tail guard could create a potential fire hazard. Ducati will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in October 2009. Owners may contact Ducati toll-free at 1-800-231-6696. 09V-370

JUNE 2009 -- Ducati is recalling 732 Model Year 2009 1198 S, 1098 R, and F1098 S Streetfighter motorcycles. fork may have possible cracking a deformation at the right-hand side fork bottom wheel axle pinch bolt area. Cracking of the fork may lead to a loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash. Ducati 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. 09V-197

MAY 2009 --  Ducati is recalling 1,549 MY 2009 1198, 1198 S, 1098 R, 848 and MY 2010 F1098 Streetfighter and Streetfighter S motorcycles. These motorcycles may experience fuel leakage from the fuel line at the fuel injector connection. The plastic fitting between fuel injector and hose can warp or break which could possibly result in a potential hazard to the rider and possible damage to the motorcycle. Any damage to the fuel line may lead to an increased risk of fire or an unexpected loss of engine performance, the thereby increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the affected injector components free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during June 2009. To locate your nearest authorized Ducati dealer, you may go to www.ducatiusa.com and select the "dealer locator" or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.   09V-170

MAY 2009 --  Ducati is recalling 396 MY 2008 Desmosedici RR motorcycles. The main wiring harness may be routed incorrectly which could possibly result in damage. Any damage to the harness may lead to loss of functionality of motorcycle systems or an unexpected loss of engine performance, and thereby increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will check, reposition and fasten the main wiring harness to the frame free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during June 2009. To locate your nearest authorized Ducati dealer, you may go to www.ducatiusa.com and select the "dealer locator" or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.  09V-160

APRIL 2009 --  Ducati is recalling 1,755 MY 2009 Monster 696 motorcycles. The main wiring harness may come in contact with the vertical cylinder head and exhaust pipe possibly resulting in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider. Any damage to the harness may lead to loss of functionality of the motorcycles lighting system or an unexpected loss of engine performance, and thereby increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will check for interference between the main wiring harness and the vertical cylinder head and exhaust pipe. Dealers will reposition and fasten the main wiring harness to the frame free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during May 2009. Owners may contact Ducati at 800-231-6696.  09V-142