2014-2018 Ducati 1199/1299/PANIGALE R - Engine recall

Model years: 2014-2018
Makes: Ducati
Manufacturer: Ducati North America
Component: ENGINE
Potential units affected: 651 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
Reported: 2019-09-20

Affected vehicles

2018 Ducati 1199
2018 Ducati 1299
2018 Ducati PANIGALE R
2017 Ducati 1199
2017 Ducati 1299
2017 Ducati PANIGALE R
2016 Ducati 1199
2016 Ducati 1299
2016 Ducati PANIGALE R
2015 Ducati 1199
2015 Ducati 1299
2015 Ducati PANIGALE R
2014 Ducati 1199
2014 Ducati 1299
2014 Ducati PANIGALE R

What’s the problem?

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2014-2018 1199 SL, Panigale R (V2), 1299 SL, and 1299 FE motorcycles. Engine crankcase pressure can push engine oil into the airbox, possibly resulting in oil leaking from the airbox drain hose.

What could happen?

The leaking oil may drip in the path of the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.

What’s the fix?

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a blow-by valve kit, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-002.