Recall 20V781000: 2018–2021 Ducati Scrambler

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 15, 2020
Vehicles affected
1,072
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Scrambler 1100 motorcycles. The exhaust valve cable could contact the main positive battery wire and potentially short-circuit.

The risk

An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of fire.

The fix

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new cable guide and self-locking cable tie to the exhaust valve cable, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-20-003.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2018 Ducati Scrambler
  • 2019 Ducati Scrambler
  • 2020 Ducati Scrambler
  • 2021 Ducati Scrambler

Details

NHTSA campaign
20V781000
Manufacturer campaign
SRV-RCL-20-003
Manufacturer
Ducati North America
Owner letters
Jan 22, 2021
Components
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables (Electrical System); Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system (Engine)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology