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2018–2019 DUCATI PANIGALE

Category: Motorcycle · Supplier: Ducati Motor Holding SpA

Recall date: 13 July 2019

Defect

The fuel tank ventilation system may be defective and cause pressure to build in the tank, resulting in fuel potentially spraying out of the tank when the fuel cap is opened.

Hazard

If fuel sprays from the tank, this poses a fire and injury risk to the user and their surroundings.

Remedy

Consumers will be sent a letter requesting them to contact their closest Ducati Dealer or Service Agent as soon as possible to make an appointment for an update of the motorcycle's fuel tank ventilation system, and to receive a sticker with warning/instructions on correctly opening the fuel cap for their owner's manual. Consumers who are unsure whether they are affected can also use the Ducati VIN look-up at https://www.ducati.com/ww/en/service-maintenance/recall-campaign For further information, consumers can contact an authorised Ducati Dealer or email info@ducati.com.au

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Ducati Motor Holding SpA — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au