Recall 16V891 affects 5,502 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles for a side stand pivot nut defect. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
Ducati is recalling 5,502 2015-2016 Scrambler motorcycles because the side stand pivot nut can detach and stop the side stand position sensor from working correctly. A failed sensor can stall the engine or let the motorcycle be ridden with the stand down, and Ducati dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The side stand on the 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler is the fold-down support that holds the motorcycle upright when it is parked. A position sensor at the stand tells the motorcycle whether the stand is up or down, so the starting and running logic receives the correct signal before and during a ride.
On affected Scrambler motorcycles, the side stand pivot bolt does not have enough thread length to fully hold the nut's metallic locking tabs. The nut can detach from the pivot, and the side stand position sensor stops reading the stand correctly. Ducati changed the bolt from 15mm of thread to 17mm of thread and changed the surface treatment from gray to black.
The warning sign is an intermittent failure to start when the bike is parked. If that happens, tell the Ducati dealer the side stand pivot nut and position sensor are part of recall 16V891.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2015 and 2016 Scrambler model years with the same kickstand or center-stand component.
| 2015 Ducati Scrambler | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| 2016 Ducati Scrambler | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 5,502 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
A faulty side stand position sensor can stall the engine or let the motorcycle be ridden with the stand still down, which increases crash risk. If the bike intermittently fails to start when parked, treat it as a warning sign and schedule service promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the free side stand pivot bolt replacement that keeps the side stand position sensor working correctly.
- Bring the recall notice if Ducati sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V891 when you call.
- Avoid riding until the dealer completes the repair if the engine stalls or the side stand warning behavior is not normal.
- Call Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696 if you need help locating a dealer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ducati technician replaces the side stand pivot bolt. That repair addresses the pivot hardware that lets the side stand and its position sensor stay properly secured. Parts and labor are covered under recall 16V891. Ducati has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related repair. Bring repair receipts or other documentation to the service desk and ask Ducati customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 12, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 16, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 17, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 23, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 23, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 24, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V891?
Recall 16V891 covers 5,502 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles with a side stand pivot nut that can detach and stop the side stand position sensor from working properly. Ducati dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 16V891. If it is, contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the side stand pivot bolt replacement. Reference recall number 16V891 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Ducati will replace the side stand pivot bolt free of charge at any franchised Ducati dealer, regardless of where the motorcycle was purchased.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is engine stalling or riding with the side stand still down if the side stand position sensor stops working properly. Either situation increases crash risk. Check your VIN, then have a Ducati dealer complete the free side stand pivot bolt repair.
What if I bought my Ducati Scrambler used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. If you never received a Ducati owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your Scrambler is included, then call a franchised Ducati dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V891000 |
|---|---|
| Ducati customer service | 1-800-231-6696 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V891 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V891000 |
Source documents
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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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