NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Ducati Xdiavel S Recalls & Complaints
The 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S has 3 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 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2018 Ducati Xdiavel S owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S, describing incidents dated May 7, 2024.
Most-cited components
- Power Train 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11587681 · Filed
The contact owns a 2018 Ducati XDiavel S. The contact stated that while riding at 55 MPH, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the motorcycle. After a visual inspection, the contact became aware that the drive belt was damaged in three places. No warning lights were illuminated. The…
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S 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
Incorrectly Installed Passenger Backrest May Break
NHTSA #23V820000 · Seats — Motorcycle · NHTSA notice
Reported December 6, 2023 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 2,906 vehicles
Repair completion: 28.39% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ducati campaign SRV-RCL-23-005 · Owners notified January 19, 2024
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2023 XDiavel S and XDiavel STD motorcycles. The passenger backrest may break if it is installed incorrectly or used incorrectly by the passenger.
Safety consequence
A broken passenger backrest may result in the passenger falling off the motorcycle, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the passenger backrest installation, tighten the screws as necessary, and also apply a warning sticker on the component, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-23-005.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Side Stand May Open Unexpectedly While Riding
NHTSA #23V620000 · Structure — Motorcycle — Kickstand/Center Stand · NHTSA notice
Reported September 6, 2023 · Ducati North America
Potentially affected: 842 vehicles
Repair completion: 46.32% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ducati campaign SRV-RCL-23-004 · Owners notified November 1, 2023
Defect description
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XDiavel S and XDiavel Standard motorcycles. The side stand bracket may fail, causing the side stand to open while riding and resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown.
Safety consequence
Unexpected engine shutdown while riding can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install a new side stand bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-23-004.
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.nhtsa.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 January 12, 2016 – September 8, 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 Xdiavel S model years
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