2018 Ducati Panigale 959 recalls and problems

The 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ducati dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Ducati Panigale 959 recalls

Recall 18V-480: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Jul 19, 2018 · 72 vehicles affected · Ducati North America

Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles. The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.

Risk: If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. Brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

2018 Ducati Panigale 959 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,500 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 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 3,500 miles · reported Oct 31, 2018

I was riding up to a red light intersection and applied the rear brakes. They seized closed (Same effect as slamming on the brakes), almost washing me out into crosstraffic. They did not release for about 15 seconds once stopped. There was no dirt, water, or fod in the hydraulic lines or the pad/rotor. I had just bled them, so it was not the expansion of an air pocket. The return channel (The small pinhole back to the reservoir) was clear, and the spring was functional. I searched for other problems and found srv-rcl-18-004, a known recall for faulty rear brake pads on my bike/model…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Ducati Panigale 959: 18V-480 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Ducati Panigale 959?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,500 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.