How many recalls does the 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 have?

The 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 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 2018 Ducati Panigale 959?

Of 1 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is service brakes.

2018 Ducati Panigale 959 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 72 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 18V480000 2018-07-19 72 affected

Defect

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.

Consequence

If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. Brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES

Total complaints1

What owners report

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

“I was riding up to a red light intersection and applied the rear brakes. They seized closed (same effect as slamming on the brakes), almost washing me out into crosstraffic. They did not release for about 15 seconds once stopped. There was no dirt, water, or fod in the hydraulic lines or the…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2018-10-10