CALIFORNIA - For the first time Ducati Diavel disappoint many consumers since its debut at EICMA, Milan last November 2010. Motor with high prices are having some problems and Ducati North America division is forced to pull from the market In particular, as many as Diavel 964 units assembled, in 23 September 2010 until May 12, 2011, having problems with number plate holder in the motor.
Ducati Diavel in the number of 964 units are forced pull from market
As reported to the official website of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Italian motorcycle manufacturer brass inserts are installed in the chain penutp allegedly subject to change due to aging. This can cause looseness in the plate holder that secures the screw on the rear swingarm.
As described above, the problem is to make the handle of the motor plate to become loose during use. This makes the license plate number Diavel police could interfere with the rear wheels spin, and increases the risk of accidents.
Ducati are fully responsible for this problem and will do the repairs carried out free of charge for every owner Diavel. Ducati dealers will replace the chain cover with the latest version of the inserted steel.