DUCATI XDIAVEL (2016) recall — Power Train
Ducati recalls 2016 XDiavel motorcycles with potential power transmission loss causing crashes. Owners must contact for free fix by November 1, 2016.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A loss of power transmission to the rear wheel may increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Ducati is recalling certain 2016 XDiavel motorcycles that may have a loose final drive pulley retaining nut. This could cause power loss to the rear wheel and increase crash risk. Affected owners should get the free fix from a dealer. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226748-ducati-xdiavel-2016-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226748-ducati-xdiavel-2016-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash · Updated October 9, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V679000
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“Ducati XDiavel 2016: Power Train Recall - Risk of Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated October 9, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226748-ducati-xdiavel-2016-power-train-recall-risk-of-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #16V679000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V679000).
Why it’s dangerous
A loose final drive pulley retaining nut can cause power loss to the rear wheel. This may lead to a crash if the motorcycle loses traction during riding.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016 Ducati XDiavel motorcycles made between July 7, 2015 and June 22, 2016 are affected. Riders with loose final drive pulley retaining nuts face higher crash risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2016 XDiavel was made between July 7, 2015 and June 22, 2016. The recall covers motorcycles with a potentially loose final drive pulley retaining nut.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ducati Customer Service
Call 1-800-231-6696 to get the free fix for your motorcycle.
Get Free Repair at Dealer
Dealers will install a new washer under the final drive pulley retaining nut and increase tightening torque.
What NHTSA says to do
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new washer under the final drive pulley retaining nut and increase the tightening torque, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-16-003.
Questions people ask
When did this recall start?
The recall began on November 1, 2016.
How do I know if my motorcycle is affected?
Your 2016 XDiavel was made between July 7, 2015 and June 22, 2016.
Is there a risk of serious injury?
The recall states a loss of power transmission may increase crash risk, but does not specify injury severity.
Contact Ducati
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ducati to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 16V679000 — Ducati Ducati Hello, I own a Ducati that is covered by recall 16V679000 from Ducati. The official recall notice states: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new washer under the final drive pulley retaining nut and increase the tightening torque, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-16-003. 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 #16V679000 (September 20, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 9, 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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