Vehicle recall 08V563000 · October 23, 2008
2008 Ducati Desmosedici
The fuel tank drain and breather hose clamps may be installed incorrectly.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Ducati is recalling 289 my 2008 desmosedici rr motorcycles. The fuel tank drain and breather hose clamps may be installed incorrectly.
- Consequence
- This nonconformity may cause the fuel lines to weaken and break. This can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel filler drain hose, the fuel breather hose, and the hose clamps will be replaced and repositioned free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2008. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.
- Notes
- Ducati recall no. Rcl-08-004.CUSTOMERS 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V563000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 23, 2008
- Filed by
- DUCATI NORTH AMERICA
- Manufacturer campaign
- RCL-08-004
- Owner notification
- October 22, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 226
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Ducati Desmosedici (2008): 2008
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