NHTSA Recall 14V166000: Switch (exterior lighting) and 2 other components
Ducati North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,083 vehicles. It affects 2012–2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V166000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RCL-14-001 |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TURN SIGNAL › SWITCH; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS › HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | April 4, 2014 |
| Owner notification | June 6, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale and Panigale S motorcycles. The left handlebar switch may not get power from its connection at the dashboard, preventing the horn, instrument panel display, high beam and right turn signals from functioning. As such, these motorcycles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Safety risk
The rider's inability to use the horn, right turn indicators and high beam could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-14-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V166000
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.