Ducati 1098s

Model 1098s made by Ducati got 2 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment and power train. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and power train.

Model 2007

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
08V638000DUCATI NORTH AMERICAfrom 11/29/2006 to 05/09/2008V (Vehicle)713012/24/2008MFRDUCATI NORTH AMERICA12/03/200812/04/2008
Defect SummaryDucati is recalling 7,130 my 2007-2008 1098, 1098s, 1098 tricolore, 1098r, and my 2008-2009 848 motorcycles. the motorcycle charging system may be adversely affected by engine heat and stop operating. this results in damage to the voltage regulator and ensuing battery discharge.
Consequence SummaryThis can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the voltage regulator, install a heat guard between the voltage regulator and the engine exhaust system, and install a modified battery support. the recall will begin on december 24, 2008. owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.
NotesDucati recall no. rcl-08-005.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
POWER TRAIN
08V253000DUCATI NORTH AMERICAfrom 10/03/2006 to 12/04/2007V (Vehicle)361406/25/2008MFRDUCATI NORTH AMERICA06/05/200806/05/2008
Defect SummaryDucati is recalling 3,614 my 2007-2008 1098, 1098s, and 1098 tricolore motorcycles. the rear drive sprocket can fail.
Consequence SummaryIf the sprocket were to fail while the motorcycle is being driven, it is possible that the motorcycle will experience a sudden loss of power and/or the chain may become entangled with the chassis. this can result in a crash without prior warning.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the rear drive sprocket. the recall began on june 25, 2008. owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.
NotesDucati recall no. rcl-08-003.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SVC-08-00203/11/200810026126Ducati: error in customer notification of 1098 ecu remapping (rcl-08-001). *pe10/01/2008
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
SVC-09-00905/05/200910029886Ducati motorcycle: the gear selector mechanism applicable to all ducati model motorcycles equipped with 2v/4v engines has been revised due to difficulty in selecting a gear and gear selector was set incorrectly. no model years listed.07/16/2009
STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR
SVC-09-00905/05/200910029886Ducati motorcycle: the gear selector mechanism applicable to all ducati model motorcycles equipped with 2v/4v engines has been revised due to difficulty in selecting a gear and gear selector was set incorrectly. no model years listed.07/16/2009