Recall 20V232 affects 97 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera motorcycles for front brake pad corrosion. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
Ducati is recalling 97 2017 1299 Superleggera motorcycles because corrosion in the front brake pads can let the friction material detach from the backing plate. If that happens, stopping distance increases and crash risk rises, and Ducati dealers will replace the affected brake pads free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The front brake pads on the 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera are the friction parts that squeeze the front brake discs when the rider pulls the brake lever. Each pad has friction material bonded to a metal backing plate. That bond has to stay solid under heat, pressure, water, and road salt.
On affected motorcycles, the pad material and backing plate do not hold together as designed. Ducati's supplier traced the problem to the brake pad compound, pore structure, and small surface fractures on the copper backing surface, which let salt and water reach the bonded area. Corrosion then builds at that interface and weakens the bond. During use, the friction material can detach from the backing plate, leaving the front brake unable to apply force the way it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. The brake pad material can separate during a ride without a prior change in lever feel, noise, or visible damage.
Who's affected?
The brake system and hydraulic brake descriptions both point to the same front brake pad pair.
| 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 97 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the front brake pad friction material separates from its backing plate, stopping distance increases and crash risk rises. There is no warning sign before the brake pad material separates, so schedule the recall repair soon and ride cautiously until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the free front brake-pad replacement for the corrosion issue that lets friction material detach from the backing plate.
- Bring the recall notice if Ducati mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V232 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete; leave extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ducati technician replaces the front brake pads affected by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. Ducati's standard reimbursement plan covers documented out-of-pocket repairs that match this front brake pad issue and were paid before the recall repair. If you already paid for related brake pad work, bring your repair order, proof of payment, and any parts description to the Ducati service desk so the claim can be reviewed under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 23, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 21, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| May 28, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 1, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 20, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 20, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V232?
Recall 20V232 covers 97 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera motorcycles with front brake pads that can corrode and let friction material detach from the backing plate. If that happens, stopping distance increases and crash risk rises. Ducati dealers replace the front brake pads for free.
What should I do if my 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 20V232. If it is, contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the front brake pad replacement. Reference recall 20V232 or Ducati recall SRV-RCL-20-001 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Ducati dealers will replace the affected front brake pads free of charge. Ducati customer service can also be reached at 1-888-391-5446 for recall SRV-RCL-20-001.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance if the front brake pad friction material separates from the backing plate. That loss of braking performance raises crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free front brake pad replacement with a franchised Ducati dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V232000 |
|---|---|
| Ducati customer service | 1-888-391-5446 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V232 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V232000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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