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2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

4

Owner Complaints

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

5

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER

The 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ducati North America for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (3 complaints).

Recalls for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER, potentially affecting up to 5,502 vehicles.

Recall 16V891000 — STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND

| 5,502 vehicles affected

Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles manufactured February 17, 2015, to November 11, 2016. The affected vehicles have a side stand pivot nut that can detach, potentially causing the side stand position sensor to no longer function properly.

Consequence: If the side stand position sensor does not function properly, the engine may stall, or the motorcycle may be ridden while the stand is still down. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt, free of charge. The recall began on begin January 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-16-004.

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Owner Complaints for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER

4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Service Brakes
Complaints: 3
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11456752 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles
After sitting for the winter, I took the motorcycle out for a ride. During the ride, while depressing the rear brake pedal, there was no resistance indicating no braking. While trying to evaluate any braking ability, I depressed the rear brake pedal with no braking effect. I took it back home, and while sitting in the driveway I depressed the rear brake pedal and could see no actuation of the rear brake system.
#11404289 | SERVICE BRAKES | | 8,200 miles
REAR BRAKE FOOT LEVER BOTTOMS OUT WHEN APPLIED. NO BRAKE FUNCTION. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL IS FULL. BIKE HAS 8,200 MILES ON THE ODOMETER AND 7,500 WAS PERFORMED AT 7,300 MILES. MOTORCYCLE WAS IN MOTION WHEN FAIL HAPPENED.
#11364716 | SERVICE BRAKES | | 5,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER SIXTY2. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE RIDING THE MOTORCYCLE AT 5 MPH, THE REAR BRAKES FAILED TO ACTIVATE UPON DEPRESSING THE FOOT PEDAL, WITHOUT WARNING. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 5,000.
#10894860 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | 120 miles
DURING NORMAL OPERATION, DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN THE STREET AT ABOUT 40MPH, THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN. WHEN I PULLED TO THE SIDE, AND TURNED THE IGNITION BACK ON, FUEL POURED FROM UNDER THE TANK. WHAT HAD HAPPENED WAS THAT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE FUEL LINE AND THE PUMP HAD DISCONNECTED. WHEN I TURNED THE IGNITION BACK ON, THE FUEL PUMP PRIMED, SPEWING THE GASOLINE DOWN THE SIDE OF THE BIKE, OVER THE ENGINE. THE PART DID NOT APPEAR BROKEN, BUT WHEN I WAS ABLE TO GET TO IT, I COULD RECONNECT IT, BUT IT WOULD COME BACK APART VERY EASILY. IT SEEMED TO BE A FAULTY PART. THE BIKE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER. IT HAD APPROXIMATELY 120 MILES ON THE ODOMETER, BRAND NEW. THE ATTACHED IMAGE SHOWS THE PART DISCONNECTED. I HAVE SEEN THIS PROBLEM REPORTED BY ABOUT 6 OTHER PEOPLE ON A DUCATI SCRAMBLER FORUM.

Safety Rating for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER

Ducati North America has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

SRV-SRB-16-021 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

FUEL TANK PROTECTION KIT - THIS SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS SERVICE MANAGERS OF A NEWLY DEVELOPED FUEL TANK PROTECTOR DESIGNED TO BETTER PROTECT FUEL TANKS AGAINST SHOCK OR DAMAGE. THIS BULLETIN ALSO PROVIDES ASSOCIATED PART NUMBERS AND UPDATED PRICE LISTS.

SRV-SRB-16-016 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SCRAMBLER ITALIA INDEPENDENT INTRODUCTION - THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS DETAILS REGARDING SERVICE STRATEGY AS WELL AS REFERENCES NECESSARY TO PREPARE THE VEHICLE FOR PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION, AND THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE.

SRV-SRB-16-016 — EQUIPMENT

SCRAMBLER ITALIA INDEPENDENT INTRODUCTION - THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS DETAILS REGARDING SERVICE STRATEGY AS WELL AS REFERENCES NECESSARY TO PREPARE THE VEHICLE FOR PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION, AND THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE.

SRV-SRB-16-011 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

MODEL YEAR 2016 SCRAMBLER FLAT TRACK PRO INTRODUCTION - THIS SERVICE BULLETIN CONTAINS SERVICE STRATEGY INFORMATION. THIS INCLUDES PRE-DELIVIERY INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS, AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS. THIS BULLETIN INCLUDES PART NUMBERS, INSTRUCTIONS AND ILLUSTRATIONS. "

SB16011 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Flat Track Pro Introduction.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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