Recall 16V370 affects 925 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S motorcycles for an incorrectly installed rear wheel. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
Ducati is recalling 925 2016 Xdiavel S motorcycles because the rear wheel was incorrectly installed on the hub. If the drive pins fail, the motorcycle can lose braking and power transmission from the engine, which increases crash risk; Ducati dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear wheel rim on the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S mounts to the hub, the center piece that supports the wheel and transfers drive force from the motorcycle to the tire. Four hub pins are supposed to fit into matching holes in the rim. Those pins keep the rim seated in the correct position on the hub as the wheel turns.
On affected motorcycles, the rear wheel was installed incorrectly. The four hub pins did not engage the proper rim holes and instead sat in casting recesses in the wheel. Because the rim design did not block that wrong position, the pins can rotate inside those recesses rather than locking the wheel in place as intended.
If the rim starts rotating on the hub, the rider can hear a metallic noise during acceleration or deceleration. That noise is the warning sign Ducati identified before failure.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 925 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrectly installed rear wheel can make the drive pins fail, causing loss of braking and loss of power from the engine to the wheel. That raises crash risk. If you hear a metallic noise during acceleration or deceleration, stop riding and call a Ducati dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the free rear-wheel inspection and rubber-insert installation that prevents improper wheel installation.
- Bring the recall notice if Ducati mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V370 when you call.
- Avoid riding until the dealer completes the repair, because an incorrectly installed rear wheel can cause loss of braking and engine power.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ducati technician removes the rear wheel and installs rubber inserts that help prevent the wheel from being installed incorrectly on the hub. If the wheel is found to have been installed incorrectly, the dealer replaces it. Parts and labor are covered under recall 16V370. Ducati has a general reimbursement plan on file for this campaign, so bring documentation for any prior related rear wheel repair and ask the service desk how to submit it.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 26, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 15, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
| July 16, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 18, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 18, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 18, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V370?
Recall 16V370 covers 925 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S motorcycles with a rear wheel that was installed incorrectly on the hub. The drive pins can fail, causing loss of braking and loss of power transmission from the engine, which increases crash risk. Ducati dealers will add rubber inserts and replace any improperly installed wheel for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 16V370. If it is, contact a franchised Ducati dealer and schedule the rear wheel inspection and repair. Reference Ducati recall number SRV-RCL-16-001 or call Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ducati says dealers will perform this repair free of charge. The dealer will remove the rear wheel, install rubber inserts, and replace any wheel found to have been improperly installed.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of braking and loss of power transmission from the engine if the rear wheel was installed incorrectly. Ducati reported that those conditions increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before relying on the motorcycle.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V370000 |
|---|---|
| Ducati customer service | 1-800-231-6696 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V370 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V370000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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