Recall 12V392 affects 2,411 2012-2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale motorcycles for a melting exhaust butterfly valve cable cover. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
Ducati is recalling 2,411 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles because excess catalytic-converter heat can melt or burn the exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover. The damaged cover can lead to smoke or fire, and the Ducati dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The exhaust butterfly valve on the 2012-2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale is a movable plate in the exhaust system that changes how exhaust gas flows through the pipe. A Bowden cable is the flexible control cable that moves that valve, and the cable cover protects the cable from heat and abrasion.
On affected motorcycles, the cable cover sits close enough to the catalytic converter that excess heat can melt or burn it. Once the cover is damaged, the control cable loses that protection. The recall centers on heat damage around the exhaust valve cable area, not on normal engine wear.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a light, sound, or smell to confirm the problem, because the recall file does not identify an advance symptom for owners.
Who's affected?
Covers two model years of the 1199 Panigale tied to the same engine and cooling system component.
| 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 2,411 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Melting or burning of the bowden cable cover can lead to smoke or fire. If you smell smoke, see heat damage, or notice burning near the cable cover, stop riding, shut the motorcycle down, and call a Ducati dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ducati dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the free exhaust butterfly valve Bowden-cable-cover replacement that addresses heat damage near the catalytic converter.
- Bring the recall notice if Ducati mailed one. If not, reference recall number 12V392 when you call.
- Watch for smoke or a burning smell near the exhaust, and stop riding if either appears before the repair is complete.
- Call Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696 with questions about dealer scheduling.
What happens at the repair
Ducati's remedy record lists owner notification as beginning on October 15, 2012. At the dealer, a Ducati technician replaces the original exhaust butterfly valve Bowden cable cover with a new cover so the cable cover is separated from excess catalytic converter heat. The dealer repair is free once available. If you call the service desk, ask them to confirm recall 12V392 for your 2012-2013 1199 Panigale before the appointment.
Timeline
| August 10, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V392?
Recall 12V392 covers 2,411 2012-2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale motorcycles with an exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover that can melt or burn from catalytic converter heat. Ducati dealers replace the old cover with a new one for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 12V392. If it is, contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover replacement. Reference recall number 12V392 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Ducati's remedy says dealers replace the old exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover with a new one free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012, so the repair path is open through franchised Ducati dealers.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is smoke or fire near the exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover. Heat from the catalytic converter can melt or burn the cover, so confirm your VIN and arrange the free dealer repair if your motorcycle is included.
What if I bought my Ducati 1199 Panigale used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2012-2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale is included, then call a franchised Ducati dealer or Ducati at 1-800-231-6696.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V392000 |
|---|---|
| Ducati customer service | 1-800-231-6696 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V392 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V392000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →