Ducati 916 recalls

The rear wheel shaft forging may contain a flaw which could cause it to crack and subsequently fail when the motorcycle is being ridden.

Fix: Recall affected motorcycles and ultrasonically check all rear wheel shafts for flaws. Replace with quality assured shafts where appropriate.

4,488 vehicles

Throttle action may become erratic due to inadequate lubrication.

Fix: Recall the potentially affected machines disconnect throttle linkage from throttle body lever clean and examine linkage. Lubricate and reassemble. Check for freedom and smoothness of operation.

1,007 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1995 to 31 Dec 1996

The roller bearings on the rear hub of the subject machines may not have been lubricated when installed. This could lead to bearing seizure and locking of the rear wheel.

Fix: Affected machines are being recalled to have the rear hub bearings inspected. Any bearings which display signs of corrosion or discoloration will be replaced.

1,747 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1995 to 31 Dec 1997

A) Under extreme circumstances it is possible for the rear axle to twist. b) Throttle linkage may require cleaning and lubrication.

Fix: The affected machines are being recalled for:- A) Replacement of the rear axle with a modified unit. B) At the same time the throttle linkage control pin will be cleaned and lubricated.

284 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1994 to 31 Dec 1995

The teflon bushing may slide out of the throttle cable housing and allow the throttle to stick in the open or partially open condition.

Fix: Recall the affected machines and replace the original throttle cable with a quality assured example.

228 vehicles

The side stand spring retaining plate may fail allowing the side stand to drop and possibly contact the ground.

Fix: Recall the affected machines for the installation of a modified side stand spring plate.

117 vehicles