How many recalls does the 2012 Ducati Diavel have?

The 2012 Ducati Diavel has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2012 Ducati Diavel has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2012 Ducati Diavel?

Of 5 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is service brakes.

2012 Ducati Diavel Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2012 Ducati Diavel has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 27 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

STRUCTURE 12V376000 2012-08-03 27 affected

Defect

Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Diavel motorcycles manufactured from May 25, 2012, through June 28, 2012. The side stand may bend or break.

Consequence

The side stand could bend or break in the pivot area, allowing the motorcycle to fall over, increasing the risk of personal injury to the operator or others near the motorcycle. Even without falling over, a bent sidestand may interfere with the proper operation of the sidestand safety switch, preventing the bike…

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the side stand, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 13, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES

ENGINE

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Total complaints5

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Cpsc: i1480595a. Ducati diavel motorcycle. Consumer stated the motorcycle had no working rear brakes. *ln”

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · reported 2014-08-31

“When I received this motorcycle second hand, it was just about out of warranty. I did take it to a local dealer for service and noted to them that the rear brake was not working well at all. The said they would attempt to fix it but not to keep my hopes too high! I found out later from a sales…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2013-09-08

“Ducati diavel motorcycle. Consumer writes in regards to sudden engine whining noises- discovers numerous metal particles within the crank case- erosion of the internal engine component. *ld the consumer stated the dealer was notified. The service manager stated the amount of debris was not enough…”

ENGINE · reported 2013-08-19

“Handlebar was locking while driving. I took to the dealer and they should update the software but didn't work. They replaced the whole unit and now looks good. *tr”

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR · reported 2013-06-29

“I just bought a ducati diavel 2012 and while driving the rear brakes locked, I almost went through traffic without brakes then flaming brake parts of the bike flew off and melted in the street. Then brake fluid sprayed all over the back of the bike. The rotors were scared and there were chips of…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2012-11-09