NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Ducati Scrambler Recalls & Complaints
The 2019 Ducati Scrambler has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 3 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ducati dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2019 Ducati Scrambler. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2019 Ducati Scrambler owner complaints
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ducati Scrambler, describing incidents dated December 1, 2020 to July 15, 2023.
Most-cited components
- Service Brakes 3 complaints
Newest complaints
ODI #11533421 · Filed
When applying the rear brake the pedal travels downwards with no resistance or braking action. The motorcycle is factory stock (has not been modified in any way).
ODI #11487417 · Filed
Rear brake completely inoperable. No changes to bike or system. One day works, next day it doesn't. Pedal goes all the way to the stop with no braking power.
ODI #11378000 · Filed
REAR BRAKE QUITE WORKING ENTIRELY AT ONLY 500 MILES. PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN AND NOTHING HAPPENS WHILE RIDING AT ANY SPEED GOING STRAIGHT OR TURNING.
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2019 Ducati Scrambler in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE21-003: Extended Stopping Distance
Closed July 9, 2021
Exhaust Valve Cable May Contact Battery Wiring
NHTSA #20V781000 · Electrical System — 12V/24V/48V Battery — Cables · NHTSA notice
Reported December 15, 2020 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 1,072 vehicles
Repair completion: 70.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ducati campaign SRV-RCL-20-003 · Owners notified January 22, 2021
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Scrambler 1100 motorcycles. The exhaust valve cable could contact the main positive battery wire and potentially short-circuit.
Safety consequence
An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new cable guide and self-locking cable tie to the exhaust valve cable, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-20-003.
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 Scrambler model years
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