Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S by year filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S
Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Italy. Owner complaints on file from Jun 29, 2026 to Jun 29, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year212k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Below the median 2018 motorcycle
Severity index0.02018 motorcycles average 6.0
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S name powertrain
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
2 recall campaigns cover the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-570 | Sep 3, 2025 | Rear wheel axle could lose its structural integrity and break | Powertrain | 10,235 | Part replacement |
| 19V-382 | May 20, 2019 | Excessive pressure in the fuel tank may cause fuel to spray when opening the fuel cap | Fuel system | 1,880 | Label or owner notice |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Jun 29, 2026Failure Oct 14, 202515,414 milesDallas, TXPower train
The contact owns a 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V570000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall was not repaired. The local dealer was notified of the issue; however, the recall repair was not performed because the contact had previously replaced the part. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted; however, the manufacturer agreed with the dealer and declined the repair. The failure mileage was 15,414.
NHTSA complaint 11747102
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
1 NHTSA investigation on file
- PE21003 Preliminary evaluation, Brakes
Extended Stopping Distance
Opened Feb 18, 2021, closed Jul 9, 2021 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
45 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.
- SRV-TTB-24-001, Rev 07 Apr 11, 2024 · Other
Tips & Tricks Revision 07 Summary. Applicability: Hypermotard 698-Possible coolant leakage from the water distributor. All Models-Precaution for the use of the Hand-Free fuel tank cap part no. 96681021AA – part no. 96680491A. All V4 models-Possible lubricat… - SRV-SRB-24-002 Jan 23, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
New Breather Hose Fastening Kit for Panigale V4 Part no. 6992A001A. Applicability: Panigale V4 Model Year 2018 - 2021 (all versions). The purpose of this service repair bulletin is to inform dealers and service managers of an optional new breather hose mo… - SRV-SRB-24-001 Jan 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. The purpose is prevent technicians from mistaki… - SRV-SRB-23-060 Dec 19, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rear Brake System Update Summary. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels bulletin SRV-SRB-23-053 published on 10/17/2023. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the availability of new rear brake hoses … - TTB-23-001R10 Jul 31, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 10 Summary. water radiator electric fan motors replacement, BBS fuse replacement and BBS software updates for the Diavel; new brake fluid reservoir bracket part number for the Panigale; water pump gear oil seal deficiency, and mod… - SRV-SRB-23-037 Jul 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, SRV-S… - SRV-SRB-23-036 Jul 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin SRV-SRB-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. It provides dealers and service managers with needed information to correc… - SRV-SRB-23-018R1 Jul 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant and engine oil leak… - TTB-23-001 rev07 Jun 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips and Tricks Revision 7 Summary. Range and motor error codes for the Multistrada; assembly procedure of the brake caliper mounting plate when refitting the rear wheel for the Monster; oil seal install instructions on dry clutch housing for the Panigale;… - SRV-SRB-23-031 Jun 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcase covers. The bul… - SRV-SRB-23-029 Jun 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Guidelines to Replace the Fuel Tank Pipe Upon Each Removal. Applicability: Panigale V4 (all versions); Streetfighter V4 (all versions). This service bulletin stresses the importance of mandatory replacement requirements for one of the fuel pipes, and associ… - SRV-SRB-23-018 May 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil or coolant leaks. This bulletin includes service instructions. - TTB-22-001 rv 16 Oct 28, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips and Tricks Summary Rev.16. Indications for heat exchanger after removal in Panigale, and Streetfighter, V2 models; initial battery activation precautions for all models; and guidelines for fuel tank and injector pipe replacement in Panigale, and Stree… - SRV-SRB-22-038 Sep 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin provides dealers and service managers a provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over t… - TTB-22-001 Rv11 Aug 1, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips and Tricks Summary Rev.11. Applicability: All Models. This bulletin summarizes latest tips and tricks concerning possible engine oil leakage for units with V4 engines, and two support equipment updates. - SRV-TSB-22-010 Aug 5, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CR235 – Checking Proper Configuration of Options Installed on the Motorcycle. Applicability: All Models (USA & MEX country versions only) . This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of required BBS electronic configuration for th… - SRV-SRB-22-031 Jul 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All US Models. This service bulletin provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over time and use, of rear brake pedal stroke. Thi… - SRV-SRB-22-020 May 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Service Operation Manual Update 2022. Applicability: All Models, all model years. This service bulletin informs dealers and service manages of service and operations updates to the Operations Manual. - TTB-22-001 Rv.05 Apr 29, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks Rev 05 - Applicability: All models pg. 15: Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter. Panigale V4 SP2, Streetfighter V4 SP, pg. 15: Indications for checking the certification mark of the gear shift leve… - TTB-22-001 Rev4 Apr 25, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks Rev 04 - Applicability: Diavel, pg. 17: Checking for correct positioning of the rear brake hose. Monster 937 (all model versions), pg. 21: Possible CAN line and speed sensor Errors; pg.22 Possible breakage of the right-hand footpeg holder plat… - TTB-22-001_R 01 Mar 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks V 01 - Applicability: All models. Pg 13 : Possible damage to water pump gear oil seal. Diavel 1260 (all model versions). Pg. 15: Indication for replacement of brake hoses under warranty. Multistrada V4 PP, Pg. 41, Possible presence of error U1… - SRV-ESB-22-002 Mar 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rules for Battery Replacement Under Warranty. Applicability: All models, all years. This Electronic Service Bulletin replaces and cancels SRV-ESB-19-001, published January 17, 2019. It provides dealers and service managers the correct replacement procedure… - TTB-20-001 r25 Feb 4, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks V25 - Applicability: All models. Pg 12 : Update of engine oil filter cartridge tightening torque. Multistrada V4 (all model versions). Pg. 38: Possible incorrect diameter of the silencer front or rear manifold in the Racing Exhaust Kit, Pg. 39… - TTB-20-001 r24 Jan 7, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks V24 - Applicability: Panigale V4, Streetfighter V4. Pg 12 : Possible improper tightening of front brake hose retaining clip fastening nut. Multistrada V4 (all model versions). Pg. 36: Possible oscillation of the final drive chain (non-uniform … - TTB-20-001 r 22 Nov 24, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 11-Hands free system software reprogramming failure. Control unit lockout / bike off. Multistrada V4 All Model Years, P.34-Possible erratic idling rpm and hard starting. Panigael Superleggera V4,… - TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch button backlightin… - TTB-20-001 rev19 Oct 18, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: Panigale (V4, V4 S) MY2018-2021, P.22-Contact between tire and front mudguard; Scrambler 800 MY2014-2022, P.25-Possible water seepage inside front and rear turn indicators; Streetfighter V4 MY2020-2022, P. 30, Possible loosenin… - SRV-TTB-20-01r16 Jul 15, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: Panigale V4, Streetfighter V4 (all model versions)-Possible reduction of clutch fluid level inside reservoir (Pg 2: Item.6). Monster Plus MY21 (937cc)-Screws missing from kit supplied with bike (Pg 10, Item 1). Monster MY21 (9… - SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics include aftermarke… - SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics range from packagin… - SRV-SRB-21-013 Feb 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Rideability Complaints. Applicability: All Models. The purpose of this service bulletin is distribute a questionnaire to help dealers and service managers collect detailed information about any rideability complaints for models equipped with a 4-cylinder … - SRV-TSB-20-004 Apr 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
"CR191 – Rear Brake Hoses Check and Replace if Required - Monster 821 Model Year 2018-2020 (all versions). This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers a potential for the rear brake application to soften over time as a result of n… - SRV-TSB-20-002 Apr 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CR188 - Rear brake hose check and replace if req- Applicability: Monster 797 Model Year 2017-2020 (all models). This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers a potential for the rear brake application to soften over time as a result … - SRV-SRB-20-014 Apr 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Guided diagnosis for front brake system bleeding - Applicability: All vehicle models, all years. This Service Bulletin provides guidance for front brake system bleeding. It includes a "guided diagnosis" attachment, which outlines the sequence of operations… - SRV-ESB-20-001 Mar 19, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Ducati Immobilizer Systems - Applicability: All vehicles with electronic coded keys. This Electronic Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the bulletin SRV-ESB-18-004 published on May 3rd, 2018 and provides information regarding the Immobilizer Systems (en… - SRV-SRB-19-045 Dec 31, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Scheduled Maintenance Check List Update - Applicability: All models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with scheduled maintenance updates specific to each of Ducati's models. This includes updated mileage and time interval mainten… - SRV-SRB-19-046 Dec 31, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Final Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions - Applicability: All models and Model Years (except XDiavel). The purpose of this service bulletin is to further inform dealers and service managers of proper maintenance to ensure optimal performance and service l… - SRV-SRV-19-035 Oct 8, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides instruction on how to… - SRV-SRB-19-034 Sep 5, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Procedure for power measurement on dynamometer - Applicability: Panigale V4 (all model versions). This service bulletin provides the procedure and settings for measuring the Panigale V4 performance using the dynamometer. - SRV-SRB-19-032 Jul 9, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
DTC EVO 2 – 96580201A – For Racing Use only - Applicability: Panigale V4 (Standard and Sport versions). This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of a new traction and wheelie control for racing vehicles. It also warns that this function … - SRV-TSB-19-006 May 16, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CR176 – SCU software update - Applicability: Panigale V4S (all model versions); Panigale V4 Speciale (all model versions). This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the availability of a new software of the SCU-Suspension Cont… - SRV-TSB-19-002 Feb 14, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CR170 ? Clutch Hose Replacement - This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers possible lengthening of the clutch lever stroke for the listed models. The prescribed service solution involves replacement of the clutch hose. The bull… - SRV-TSB-19-001 Jan 24, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CR171 ? Replacement of exhaust manifolds and Bowden cables for exhaust valve opening/closing - This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about possible crack in the front and rear bank exhaust manifolds, under rare but plausible t… - SRV-TSB-18-019 Jan 10, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
CR170 ? Clutch Hose Replacement - This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers possible lengthening of the clutch lever stroke for the listed models. The prescribed service solution involves replacement of the clutch hose. The bull… - SRV-SRB-19-002 Jan 24, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Lower half-fairing repair procedure with rivet Part no.73640351A - This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with a service solution for the repair of the lower left half-fairing should it become detached from the silencer cover. This pro…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.