Ducati 1199 Panigale: Service brakes — master cylinder

Affects Ducati 1199 Panigale · 2012–2013 — about 2K vehicles.

The hazard

The front brake master cylinder reservoir hose might interfere with the threading end of the reservoir of the retaining screw causing damage to the hose, which could lead to a front brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a cap nut and a washer at the end of the reservoir retaining screw, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational