2007-2009 Ducati 1098, Ducati 1098R and others recall: alternator/generator/regulator

Ducati North America reported this safety recall on December 3, 2008. It covers about 7,130 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 7,130
reported: Dec 3, 2008
owners notified: Dec 24, 2008
related complaints: 1

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong: Ducati 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.
Risk: This can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers 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.

Recall number 08V638000

Affected vehicles

Ducati 1098 2007-2008 2007 2008
Ducati 1098R 2008-2009 2008 2009
Ducati 1098S 2007-2008 2007 2008
Ducati 1098 Tricolore 2007-2008 2007 2008
Ducati 848 2008-2009 2008 2009

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.

2007 Ducati 1098 2008 Ducati 1098 2008 Ducati 1098R 2009 Ducati 1098R 2007 Ducati 1098S 2008 Ducati 1098S 2007 Ducati 1098 Tricolore 2008 Ducati 1098 Tricolore 2008 Ducati 848 2009 Ducati 848

Questions about recall 08V638000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2009 Ducati 1098, Ducati 1098R and others alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 08V638000, reported on December 3, 2008, covers about 7,130 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V638000?

Dealers 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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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