2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 has 0 complaints and 8 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owner reports often involve safety components and fuel system concerns documented through recall notices. No consumer-submitted complaints have been recorded to date.
Eight recalls exist affecting various systems such as the powertrain, fuel system, engine cooling, and braking system. These recalls address defects ranging from fuel leaks and oil leaks to structural failures and brake pad issues.
Recalls- Rear wheel axle. Recall 25V570000 affects 10,182 motorcycles due to rear wheel axle structural integrity loss that could break and cause loss of control. Dealers will replace the axle free of charge. Owner notifications begin September 25, 2025.
- Fuel tank pressure. Recall 19V382000 involves 1,880 motorcycles with excessive fuel tank pressure causing fuel spray when opening the cap. This increases risk of injury and fire. Dealers update the fuel cap venting system and add warning decals. Recall began July 9, 2019.
- Timing chain tensioner. Recall 18V854000 covers 1,502 motorcycles where the timing chain tensioner bolts may loosen causing oil leaks. Oil leaks elevate crash risk. Dealers tighten bolts at no cost. Recall began January 24, 2019.
- Oil cooler output port. Recall 18V834000 affects 1,663 motorcycles with defective oil cooler ports that may crack and leak oil, increasing crash risk. Dealers replace the oil cooler free of charge. Recall began January 24, 2019.
- Fuel tank breathing valve. Recall 18V239000 involves 692 motorcycles with leaks in the internal breathing valve plug of the fuel tank, raising fire risk. Dealers replace plugs and O-rings free of charge. Recall began May 21, 2018.
- Fuel tank cap spray. Recall 18V238000 affects 692 motorcycles where fuel may spray out upon opening the gas cap, increasing fire hazard. Dealers rework the fuel cap venting system at no charge. Recall began May 21, 2018.
- Rear brake pad friction. Recall 18V480000 covers 72 motorcycles at risk of rear brake pad friction material detachment, which lengthens stopping distance and increases crash risk. Dealers inspect and replace affected pads. Recall began August 27, 2018.
Owners with concerns about repeated repairs or unresolved recalls related to safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a qualified attorney can help clarify those options.
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 Summary
2018
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
16683
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
10182 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Panigale V4 SL, 2019-2024 Panigale V4 R, 2018-2024 Panigale V4 S, 2023-2025 Streetfighter, 2018-2024 Panigale V4, and 2020-2022 Streetfighter V4 motorcycles. The rear wheel axle could lose its structural integrity and break.
Risk: A rear wheel axle that breaks while riding can result in a loss of motorcycle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
1880 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, Panigale Speciale, and 2019 Panigale R motorcycles. Excessive pressure in the fuel tank may cause fuel to spray when opening the fuel cap.
Risk: Fuel spray can increase the risk of injury and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
1663 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, and V4 SP motorcycles. The oil cooler output port may crack, causing an oil leak.
Risk: An engine oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
1502 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
Risk: An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
72 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles. The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.
Risk: If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
692 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may spray out of the gas tank when the tank cap is opened.
Risk: If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4
692 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, and Panigale V4 Speciale motorcycles. Fuel may leak from the gas tank's internal breathing system valve plug.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Complaints
No complaints found.