NHTSA vehicle safety data
2020 Ducati Monster 821 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2020 Ducati Monster 821 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ducati dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Ducati Monster 821. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA #21V335000Reported May 11, 2021 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 1,312 vehicles
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Monster 821, 2014-2021 Monster 1200 S/STD, and 2016-2019 Monster 1200 R motorcycles. The rear brake hoses may be susceptible to heat damage.
Safety consequence
Damaged brake hoses may cause the rear brakes to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NHTSA #21V315000Reported May 4, 2021 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 5,909 vehicles
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Monster 797, Monster 1200, Supersport, 2016-2020 XDiavel, and 2018-2020 Monster 821 motorcycles. Air may permeate the rear brake system.
Safety consequence
Air in the system may reduce effectiveness of the rear brakes, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install new rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
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.
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