Ducati 748: Possible Flaw In Rear Axle
Ducati is recalling 13,464 motorcycles (748, 916, and 996 models) sold in the United Kingdom because the rear wheel shaft may have a manufacturing flaw that could cause it to crack and fail while riding. Dealers will inspect the rear wheel shafts using ultrasonic testing and replace any defective ones with quality-assured parts.
- Recalling firm
- DUCATI
- Product
- Vehicles: DUCATI 748, DUCATI 916, DUCATI 996. Units affected: 13,464
- Reason
- The rear wheel shaft forging may contain a flaw which could cause it to crack and subsequently fail when the motorcycle is being ridden. Remedy: Recall affected motorcycles and ultrasonically check all rear wheel shafts for flaws. Replace with quality assured shafts where appropriate.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2000-06-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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