[PanAdmin]

Fuel Leak from Tank Breathing System Valve Plug

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Affected Products

2018 Ducati Panigale V4 / 2018 Ducati Panigale V4S / Ducati Panigale V4 Speciale

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V239000

Manufacturer Ducati North America

Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Number of Units Affected 692

Summary

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the gas tank's internal breathing system valve plug.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the plug and the O-ring, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

Associated Documents

Defect Notice 573 Report

Recall Acknowledgement

 

[Duckaty]

Guess this has to do with the V4 that went up in flames. Thought it was a one off but now we find out it could be affecting at V4s. Best to bring it in asap to get it fixed.