NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Ducati Scrambler Recalls & Complaints
The 2021 Ducati Scrambler 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 2021 Ducati Scrambler. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2021 Ducati Scrambler owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2021 Ducati Scrambler, describing incidents dated July 30, 2024.
Most-cited components
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11605414 · Filed
Brake switch for rear wheel that turns rear brake light on breaks easily causing brake light failure when rear brake is engaged.
Turn Signals Are Not Bright Enough/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #21V361000 · Exterior Lighting — Turn Signal · NHTSA notice
Reported May 17, 2021 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 228 vehicles
Repair completion: 66.23% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ducati campaign SRV-RCL-21-009 · Owners notified June 28, 2021
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Scrambler 800 Night Shift motorcycles. The front and rear turn signal lights may not flash brightly enough. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
Turn signal lights that aren't bright enough can reduce other driver's ability to see that the turn signals have been activated, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the front and rear turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-009.
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.
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.
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