DUCATI SCRAMBLER (2016) recall — Structure
Ducati recalls 2015-2016 Scrambler motorcycles with side stand pivot nut that may detach, causing engine stalling or riding with stand down. Owners must have side stand pivot bolt replaced free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the side stand position sensor does not function properly, the engine may stall, or the motorcycle may be ridden while the stand is still down. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Ducati is recalling certain 2015-2016 Scrambler motorcycles because a side stand pivot nut can detach, potentially causing the side stand to stay down while riding or causing engine stalling. This increases crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226747-ducati-scrambler-2016-recall-side-stand-sensor-malfunction-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226747-ducati-scrambler-2016-recall-side-stand-sensor-malfunction-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V891000
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“Ducati Scrambler 2016 Recall: Side Stand Sensor Malfunction Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226747-ducati-scrambler-2016-recall-side-stand-sensor-malfunction-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #16V891000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V891000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the side stand pivot nut detaches, the side stand position sensor may stop working. This can cause the motorcycle to stall while riding or allow the side stand to remain down during operation, both of which increase crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles with side stand pivot nuts manufactured between February 17, 2015 and November 11, 2016 are affected. Riders who may ride with the side stand down or experience engine stalling are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Ducati Scrambler motorcycle was manufactured between February 17, 2015 and November 11, 2016. The affected models have a side stand pivot nut that can detach.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ducati Customer Service
Call 1-800-231-6696 to schedule a free side stand pivot bolt replacement.
Get Side Stand Pivot Bolt Replaced
Dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt at no cost to fix the issue.
What NHTSA says to do
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt, free of charge. The recall began on begin January 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-16-004.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The side stand pivot nut can detach, causing the side stand position sensor to malfunction. This may lead to engine stalling or riding with the side stand down, increasing crash risk.
How do I know if my motorcycle is affected?
Your motorcycle was manufactured between February 17, 2015 and November 11, 2016. Check for a side stand pivot nut that can detach.
What should I do if I own an affected motorcycle?
Contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696 to schedule a free side stand pivot bolt replacement at a dealer.
Contact Ducati
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ducati to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 16V891000 — Ducati Ducati Hello, I own a Ducati that is covered by recall 16V891000 from Ducati. The official recall notice states: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt, free of charge. The recall began on begin January 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-16-004. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #16V891000 (December 12, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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