2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO recalls and problems

The 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO has 3 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ducati dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
5
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO recalls

Recall 12V-188: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported May 1, 2012 · 283 vehicles affected · DUCATI NORTH AMERICA

Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012 848, streetfighter, hypermotard, multistrada, and monster motorcycles. The friction material may detach from the backing plate of the rear brake pads.

Risk: If the friction material detaches, there would be a sudden loss of rear brake efficiency, increasing the stopping distance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the rear brake pads free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.

Recall 12V-073: Wheels

Reported Feb 27, 2012 · 892 vehicles affected · DUCATI NORTH AMERICA

Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 monster 1100 evo motorcycles, manufactured from january 17, 2011, through january 24, 2012 and equipped with rear rims marked with code du6-rr. Over time, the spokes on the rear wheel rim may develop cracks.

Risk: Cracks may lead to failure of the rear wheel rim, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear wheel rim, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.

Recall 12V-053: Fuel System, Other

Reported Feb 14, 2012 · 913 vehicles affected · DUCATI NORTH AMERICA

Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 hypermotard and monster motorcycles manufactured from june 25, 2011, through november 30, 2011. The fuel lines contain micro-cracking due to insufficient drying of raw materials prior to extrusion.

Risk: This could cause a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, may lead to a fire and increased risk of property damage or personal injury.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel lines free of charge. The safety recall began on march 1, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.

2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes4
Suspension1
Steering1
Wheels1
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 9,200 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · reported Mar 12, 2023
Rear brake pedal unexpectedly soft. Brakes bled in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and fluid use (DOT5.1). Brake regains firmness, but quickly looses effectiveness and becomes soft, limiting braking capability. Alternate bleeding method also attempted with similar results. Brake pedal will remain firm for some time, but then returns to soft feel, creating unexpected braking performance.
Service Brakes · at 8,000 miles · reported Sep 25, 2014
The rear brake went out twice. I had it fixed under warranty in september of 2013. Now it is out of warranty and the rear brake is out again. The company refuses to fix the issue till I pay out of pocket first. The rear brake pedal travels to the floor with no bite at all. I've read on forums that I AM not the first to have this issue.
Service Brakes · at 9,200 miles · reported Jun 18, 2014
The contact owns a 2012 ducati monster 1100 evo 1100. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated and the rear wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the rear brakes failed. As a result, the rear master cylinder, the brake pads and the rotors needed to be replaced. Also, the dealer notified the contact that the vehicle was not included in recall NHTSA campaign number: 12v188000 ( Service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The was repaired. The failure mileage was 9,200 and the current…
Service Brakes · at 9,400 miles · reported Jun 3, 2014
Riding on level road, cruising about 40 MPH. Front brakes lock and would not release. This pitched me over the handle bars, I.e. Stoppie. The problem was the rear brake pads "disappeared" and the remaining rear pad backing plate caused over heating of rear rotor and rear master cylinder. Red hot. Boiled fluid. Upon cool down, (Me and the ducati) front brakes released and bike was able to move but without rear brakes. May be a problem with ABS or traction control. Bike is still at shop with replacement of pads, rotor and master. ~ 600+ I'm a bit of a wrench turner and this is the first time…
Suspension · reported Sep 21, 2013
My son was killed in a crash on I-270 in columbus ohio at the sr 315 interchange. According to an eyewitness he had just passed her about 70-75 MPH, in the third lane from the birm out of 5. Began struggling with control, she said the rear of the bike was shimmying. The loss of control got progessively worse, he crossed three lanes of traffic and crashed into a guardrail rear end first. He was killed instantly. I have since seen many comments about ducati monster, and mototard 1100's exhibiting what is called "high speed wobble at 75 to 80 MPH. I AM concerned that they amy be placing their…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO: 12V-188 (service brakes, hydraulic), 12V-073 (wheels), 12V-053 (fuel system, other). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (4 reports), followed by suspension (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 9,200 miles.

Are Ducati recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ducati dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.