Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V485000 Reported December 18, 2006

Fuel sending unit wiring harness

Ducati North America · Fuel System, Gasoline · 468 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
06V485000
Manufacturer Campaign
RCL06-003/RCL07-001
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
468
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 18, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, the fuel sending unit wiring cables installed during production could be routed incorrectly possibly coming in contact with the exhaust pipes.

Safety Consequence

This condition will burn out the cables insulation and cause a possible electrical short circuit stopping the fuel pump and consequently stopping the engine. if the engine stops while the motorcycle is being driven, it could increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the fuel sending unit wiring cables and reposition them if necessary. the recall began on january 17, 2007. owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ducati North America dealer and reference recall ID 06V485000 or campaign RCL06-003/RCL07-001.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 06V485000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 06V485000?

NHTSA recall 06V485000 was issued by Ducati North America on December 18, 2006. It addresses: Fuel sending unit wiring harness. The recall affects approximately 468 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ducati North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V485000 or the manufacturer campaign number RCL06-003/RCL07-001. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.