NHTSA (USA)Critical

March 16, 2015

2010–2014 DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200NHTSA Campaign #15V152000

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Multistrada 1200 motorcycles. The inner sleeve of the opening throttle cable may move and prevent the full closing of the throttle.

Safety Risk

If the throttle cannot be fully closed, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper throttle cover with one that prevents the inner throttle sleeve from moving, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-15-001.

5,962 vehicles affectedMfr ref: RCL-15-001