Ducati Multistrada 1200: Vehicle speed control — cables

Affects Ducati Multistrada 1200 · 2010–2014 — about 6K vehicles.

The hazard

If the throttle cannot be fully closed, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What to do

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper throttle cover with one that prevents the inner throttle sleeve from moving, free of charge. The recall began on May 11, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-15-001.

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