Ducati 916: Possible Twisting Of Rear Axle

Ducati 916 Recall Summary Ducati is recalling 284 model 916 motorcycles sold in the United Kingdom because the rear axle may twist under extreme circumstances and the throttle linkage may need cleaning and lubrication. Affected owners will have the rear axle replaced with a modified unit and the throttle linkage cleaned and lubricated.

Recalling firm
DUCATI
Product
Vehicles: DUCATI 916. Units affected: 284
Reason
A) Under extreme circumstances it is possible for the rear axle to twist. b) Throttle linkage may require cleaning and lubrication. Remedy: The affected machines are being recalled for:- A) Replacement of the rear axle with a modified unit. B) At the same time the throttle linkage control pin will be cleaned and lubricated.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1997-05-30
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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