2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4 has 5 complaints and 1 recall filed with NHTSA. Owners frequently report issues with the rear brake system, particularly heat damage to the rear brake hose leading to failures and leaks. Multiple owners describe repeated rear brake failures occurring after warranty repairs related to this defect.
Common Issues- Rear brake hose heat damage. Rear brake lines sustain excessive heat damage from exhaust exposure, causing material deterioration.
- Brake line leaks. Rear brake hoses leak fluid due to heat damage, compromising braking performance.
- Multiple brake failures. Some owners report repeated complete rear brake failures despite warranty repairs, with discoloration of parts indicating high heat exposure.
- Inadequate recall repair. The recall fix involving reinstalling the thermal shield has proved insufficient for some owners as failures continue.
There is 1 recall impacting the rear brake system. The recall addresses excessive heat damage to hydraulic brake hoses between the ABS control unit and the rear caliper. This defect risks sudden loss of rear braking capability.
Recalls- Rear brake hose defect. NHTSA Campaign Number 25V013000 affects 592 units. Excessive heat may damage the rear brake hose causing sudden rear brake loss, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reinstall the thermal shield free of charge to mitigate heat exposure. Owner notifications were sent on February 17, 2025.
Owners with repeated rear brake failures or unresolved recall issues might have rights under their state’s lemon law. Those facing ongoing safety defects or repair problems may consider consulting legal resources for guidance.
2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4 Summary
2025
Model Year
5
Total Complaints
1
Total Recalls
592
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4
592 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2025 Ducati Panigale S/STD V4 motorcycles. Excessive heat may damage the rear brake hose between the ABS control unit and brake caliper, resulting in a sudden loss of the rear brakes.
Risk: A sudden loss of the rear brakes increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Complaints
2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4
ID: 2119783SERVICE BRAKES
I am submitting this complaint to formally report repeated rear brake failures on my 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 which pose a serious safety hazard. The issue appears to be consistent with the defect described in NHTSA Campaign Number 25V013000 (Ducati Recall CR285 / SRV-RCL-25-001) involving excessive heat damage to the rear brake hose between the ABS control unit and the rear caliper. Incident Summary: Since purchasing the motorcycle in June 4,2025. have experienced three complete rear brake failures in less than two months, each occurring after warranty repairs: 1. 6/15/2025 – First ride after purchase: Rear brakes failed; smoke observed near exhaust. Returned to dealer (Moto Forza) on 6/17/2025. Dealer kept the bike for ~1 month for warranty repair related to brake line heat damage. 2. 7/19/2025 – Second occurrence: Rear brakes failed again. Returned for service. 3. 8/10/2025 – Third occurrence: Rear brakes failed completely, with blue/bronze discoloration of the rotor indicating excessive heat exposure. Returned to dealership This motorcycle has been out of service for over seven weeks since ownership. Manufacturer’s Response: Ducati’s regional representative has indicated verbally that my lowering of the motorcycle caused the brake failures and that I would not qualify for a manufacturer buyback. I dispute this claim for the following reasons: Lowering motorcycles is common and has not caused brake failures on any of the multiple bikes I’ve owned and lowered in my 9 years of riding experience. There is an active recall for the exact brake defect I am experiencing, which affects stock, unmodified 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 models. Multiple owners have reported repeated rear brake failures in unmodified bikes matching my model year and configuration. Ducati has not provided any written technical evidence to support their claim that lowering caused the defect.
2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4
ID: 2081112SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
The rear brake line has heat damage and needs to be replaced. Recall was done to it, but it is NOT adequate.
2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4
ID: 2081111SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The rear brake line has heat damage and needs to be replaced. Recall was done to it, but it is NOT adequate.
2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4
ID: 2081110SERVICE BRAKES
The rear brake line has heat damage and needs to be replaced. Recall was done to it, but it is NOT adequate.
2025 DUCATI PANIGALE S/STD V4
ID: 2080211SERVICE BRAKES
The rear brake hose is leaking due to Exhaust heat.