Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Ducati Diavel
NHTSA data on file today
The 2011 Ducati Diavel has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #11V413000 SIDE STAND NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V336000 LICENSE PLATE HOLDER FIXING SYSTEM NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #11V253000 HANDS FREE CONTROL UNIT REPROGRAMMING NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 2 complaints
- Engine and Engine Cooling 2 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $1,500–$3,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Ducati DIAVEL is rated below-average due to several recalls, including issues with the side stand, steering lock, and chain guard. These problems may affect safety and reliability, suggesting higher likelihoods of experiencing issues compared to other motorcycles.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| side stand | 5,000–12,000 miles | $100–$200 | very common |
| steering lock | 10,000–20,000 miles | $300–$500 | common |
| engine cooling | 15,000–25,000 miles | $250–$400 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil change every 3,000 miles
- Replace spark plugs at 7,500 miles
- Inspect timing belt annually
- Brake fluid replacement biennially
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Loosening license plate holder
- Unusual engine noises
- Slow disengagement of steering lock
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Ducati Diavel at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.