2018 Ducati Monster 1200 problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Ducati Monster 1200.
Recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #17V812000 · 2017 · 6,758 units
Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2018 1299 motorcycles (including std, s, fe and sl models), monster 1200 motorcycles (including s and r models), multistrada motorcycles (including s and pp models), 2015-2017 panigale r, 2016-2018 xdaviel s motorcycles and 2017-2018 scrambler 800 cafã© racer motorcycles. these motorcycles are equipped with brembo front brake master cylinders that may fail.
Risk: If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder piston, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin february 15, 2018. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696.
Power Train #18V835000 · 2018 · 2,742 units
Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2019 ducati monster 1200, monster 821, supersport and supersport s motorcycles. the shift lever may have been incorrectly assembled, possibly resulting in the shift knob detaching from the lever.
Risk: If the shift knob detaches, the rider may not be able to shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the gear lever shift knob tightness, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began january 14, 2019. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. ducati's number for this recall is srv-rcl-18-007.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #21V315000 · 2021 · 5,909 units
Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2020 monster 797, monster 1200, supersport, 2016-2020 xdiavel, and 2018-2020 monster 821 motorcycles. air may permeate the rear brake system.
Risk: Air in the system may reduce effectiveness of the rear brakes, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new rear brake hoses, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on june 28, 2021. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #21V335000 · 2021 · 1,312 units
Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2021 monster 821, 2014-2021 monster 1200 s/std, and 2016-2019 monster 1200 r motorcycles. the rear brake hoses may be susceptible to heat damage.
Risk: Damaged brake hoses may cause the rear brakes to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on july 12, 2021. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 3 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Ducati Monster 1200 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2018 Ducati Monster 1200. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2018 Ducati Monster 1200 problems?
In 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is service brakes.