2016 Ducati Xdiavel S recalls and problems
The 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S has 3 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ducati dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2016 Ducati Xdiavel S recalls
Recall 23V-820: Seats
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2023 XDiavel S and XDiavel STD motorcycles. The passenger backrest may break if it is installed incorrectly or used incorrectly by the passenger.
Risk: A broken passenger backrest may result in the passenger falling off the motorcycle, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the passenger backrest installation, tighten the screws as necessary, and also apply a warning sticker on the component, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-23-005.
Recall 17V-812: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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 Café 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.
Recall 16V-370: Wheels
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2016 XDiavel S motorcycles manufactured November 25, 2015 to May 18, 2016. The affected motorcycles have a rear wheel that may have been incorrectly installed on the hub.
Risk: If the rear wheel was incorrectly installed, the drive pins may fail, resulting in a loss of braking and a loss of power transmission from the engine. These conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will remove the rear wheel and install rubber inserts to prevent the wheel from being improperly installed. Any wheel that is found to have been improperly installed will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-16-001.
2016 Ducati Xdiavel S problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,200 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S: 23V-820 (seats), 17V-812 (service brakes, hydraulic), 16V-370 (wheels). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S?
Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,200 miles.
Are Ducati recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ducati dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.