NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Ducati 1299 Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 Ducati 1299 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ducati dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Ducati 1299. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2016 Ducati 1299 owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 Ducati 1299, describing incidents dated November 10, 2016.
Most-cited components
- Power Train 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11074760 · Filed
2016 DUCATI 1299S. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PANIGALE TURNING OFF IN A STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. *VA THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. *JS
Oil Leak From Airbox Hose
NHTSA #19V675000 · Engine · NHTSA notice
Reported September 20, 2019 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 651 vehicles
Repair completion: 55.91% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ducati campaign SRV-RCL-19-002 · Owners notified October 29, 2019 · Vehicles built December 17, 2013 – November 20, 2018 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2014-2018 1199 SL, Panigale R (V2), 1299 SL, and 1299 FE motorcycles. Engine crankcase pressure can push engine oil into the airbox, possibly resulting in oil leaking from the airbox drain hose.
Safety consequence
The leaking oil may drip in the path of the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a blow-by valve kit, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Front Brake Master Cylinder Failure
NHTSA #17V812000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Master Cylinder · NHTSA notice
Reported December 15, 2017 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 6,758 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.88% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified January 30, 2018 · Vehicles built March 16, 2015 – September 22, 2017 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2018 1299 motorcycles (including STD, S, FE and SL models), Monster 1200 motorcycles (including S and R models), Multistrada motorcycles (including S and PP models), 2015-2017 Panigale R, 2016-2018 XDaviel S motorcycles and 2017-2018 Scrambler 800 Café Racer motorcycles. These motorcycles are equipped with Brembo front brake master cylinders that may fail.
Safety consequence
If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder piston, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 15, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Ducati 1299 model years
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