Recalls
Recall 77227
USA Recall: The rider could experience the inability to steer increasing the risk of low speed tip-over or collision, thus increasing the potential for injury to the rider.
Ducati is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 multistrada 1200, and model year 2011, diavel motorcycles. the electronic steering lock may fail to disengage during the motorcycle "key-on" process. this has been linked directly to a certain revision of the hands free device software. it could result in a situation where the motorcycle's engine might start while the steering lock is still engaged. a rider could start the motorcycle and attempt to ride away while the steering is still locked.
Corrective Action:
The dealer will update the software of the hands free control unit free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during may 2011. owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.
Additional Notes:
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 http://www.safercar.gov .
Affected Vehicles