How many recalls does the 2016 Ducati Scrambler have?

The 2016 Ducati Scrambler has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2016 Ducati Scrambler 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 2016 Ducati Scrambler?

Of 4 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is service brakes.

2016 Ducati Scrambler Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2016 Ducati Scrambler has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 5,502 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

STRUCTURE 16V891000 2016-12-12 5,502 affected

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles manufactured February 17, 2015, to November 11, 2016. The affected vehicles have a side stand pivot nut that can detach, potentially causing the side stand position sensor to no longer function properly.

Consequence

If the side stand position sensor does not function properly, the engine may stall, or the motorcycle may be ridden while the stand is still down. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt, free of charge. The recall began on begin January 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-16-004.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Total complaints4

What owners report

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

“After sitting for the winter, I took the motorcycle out for a ride. During the ride, while depressing the rear brake pedal, there was no resistance indicating no braking. While trying to evaluate any braking ability, I depressed the rear brake pedal with no braking effect. I took it back home, and…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2022-03-13

“Rear brake foot lever bottoms out when applied. No brake function. Brake fluid level is full. Bike has 8,200 miles on the odometer and 7,500 was performed at 7,300 miles. Motorcycle was in motion when fail happened.”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2021-03-20

“Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ducati scrambler sixty2. The contact stated that while riding the motorcycle at 5 mph, the rear brakes failed to activate upon depressing the foot pedal, without warning. The motorcycle was not taken to be diagnosed. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2020-10-16

“During normal operation, driving straight down the street at about 40mph, the engine shut down. When I pulled to the side, and turned the ignition back on, fuel poured from under the tank. What had happened was that the connection between the fuel line and the pump had disconnected. When I turned…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2016-08-09