NHTSA Recall 12V188000: Pads (service brakes)
DUCATI NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 283 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Ducati 848 Evo.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V188000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RCL-12-003 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › PADS |
| Report received | May 1, 2012 |
| Owner notification | May 21, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012 848, streetfighter, hypermotard, multistrada, and monster motorcycles. The friction material may detach from the backing plate of the rear brake pads.
Safety risk
If the friction material detaches, there would be a sudden loss of rear brake efficiency, increasing the stopping distance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the rear brake pads free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 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-12-003.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 12V188000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ducati 848 Evo | 2012 |
| Ducati Hypermotard 796 | 2012 |
| Ducati Monster 1100 Evo | 2012 |
| Ducati Monster 796 | 2012 |
| Ducati Multistrada 1200 Abs | 2012 |
| Ducati Streetfighter 848 | 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.