Ducati Monster: Wheel May Crack

Ducati is recalling 240 Monster motorcycles sold in the United Kingdom because the rear wheel hub may crack after high mileage, potentially leading to wheel collapse. The manufacturer will replace the affected rear wheels with higher-specification versions. This recall applies to Ducati Monster vehicles distributed in the UK.

Recalling firm
DUCATI
Product
Vehicles: DUCATI MONSTER. Units affected: 240
Reason
Tests have shown that after high mileage small cracks can appear on the hub section of the rear wheel. If these cracks are ignored the wheel could eventually collapse. Remedy: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to replace the rear wheel with one of a higher specification.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2012-03-20
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/be3af33a-5a29-4fe2-90c7-88bd82035cc9