Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2018 Ducati Supersport
NHTSA data on file today
The 2018 Ducati Supersport has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #21V315000 Air May Reduce Effectiveness of Rear Brakes NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V835000 Gear Shift Knob may Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V793000 Vibrations may Distort Rear View Mirror Images NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V371000 Hoses Near Exhaust Manifold May Melt Causing Fire NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 3 complaints
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $4,000–$8,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
Limited data indicates potential issues, with 4 recalls and complaints focusing on visibility and brakes. A cautious ownership outlook is advisable.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rear brake system | Unknown | $150–$400 | occasional |
| Rearview mirrors | Unknown | $50–$150 | rare |
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 6,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement annually
- Chain adjustment/lubrication regularly
- Coolant replacement every 2 years
- Valve clearance check every 18,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Distorted rearview mirror images
- Poor rear brake response
- Unusual exhaust smells indicating hose issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2018 Ducati Supersport at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.