2016–2017 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Recall: Motorcycle's rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may crack and…
NHTSA campaign 17V274000 · Suspension · filed Apr 25, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Multistrada 1200 Enduro motorcycles. The motorcycle's rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may crack and possibly detach from the swingarm.
The risk
If the rear shock absorber detaches from the swingarm, the motorcycle's handling would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear shock absorber assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-17-002.
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Ducati | Multistrada 1200 | 2016, 2017 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V274000 (manufacturer number SRV-RCL-17-002). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.