NHTSA Recall 12V053000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 913 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V053000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RCL-12-001 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 14, 2012 |
| Owner notification | March 1, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 hypermotard and monster motorcycles manufactured from june 25, 2011, through november 30, 2011. The fuel lines contain micro-cracking due to insufficient drying of raw materials prior to extrusion.
Safety risk
This could cause a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire and increased risk of property damage or personal injury.
Remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.
Notes
Ducatis safety recall number is rcl-12-001.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V053000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo | 2012 |
| Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo SP | 2011 |
| Ducati Hypermotard 796 | 2012 |
| Ducati HYPERMOTARD1100EVO SP C | 2012 |
| Ducati Monster 1100 Evo | 2012 |
| Ducati Monster 696 | 2012 |
| Ducati Monster 796 | 2012 |
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.