NHTSA Recall 09V142000: Electrical system: wiring
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,755 vehicles. It affects 2009 Ducati Monster 696.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V142000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RCL-09-001 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | April 29, 2009 |
| Owner notification | May 11, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ducati is recalling 1,755 my 2009 monster 696 motorcycles. The main wiring harness may come in contact with the vertical cylinder head and exhaust pipe possibly resulting in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider.
Safety risk
Any damage to the harness may lead to loss of functionality of the motorcycle's lighting system or an unexpected loss of engine performance, and thereby increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check for interference between the main wiring harness and the vertical cylinder head and exhaust pipe. Dealers will reposition and fasten the main wiring harness to the frame free of charge. The recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact ducati at 800-231-6696.
Notes
Ducati recall no. Rcl-09-001. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V142000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ducati Monster 696 | 2009 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.