Does the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, including Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine; Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe And Cap. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 problems?

Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper (5), engine (1), fuel/propulsion system (1).

How much does a 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 cost to own for 5 years?

About $22,470 over 5 years ($375/month) at an estimated $10,750 purchase price and 4,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2018 Ducati Panigale V4

The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 52/100. Expect about $22,470 to own it for five years, or $375 a month. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 7 complaints.

Recalls: 7
Complaints: 7
5-yr cost: $22k
MPG (EPA): —

Weak

Ownership Score

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7 recalls may apply

For the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
Risk: An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $10,750 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 4,000 mi/yr.

$22,470

$375/month · $1.12/mile

Depreciation	$2,013
Insurance (national avg.)	$4,725
Fuel / charging	$1,490
Maintenance	$5,600
Repairs	$4,320
Loan interest	$2,977
Taxes & fees	$1,345

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

7 complaints

Visibility/Wiper5
Engine1
Fuel/Propulsion System1

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

NHTSA doesn't crash-test motorcycles. Gear up: ABS and a good helmet matter most.

What to check on a used 2018 Ducati Panigale V4

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Paperwork
- Ask for service records and the title. Compare the VIN on the car, the paper and our report.
- Check the odometer against the wear on the pedals and seat.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 a good motorcycle to buy?: The 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 52/100. Expect about $22,470 to own it for five years, or $375 a month. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 7 complaints.
Does the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 have recalls?: NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, including Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine; Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe And Cap. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 problems?: Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper (5), engine (1), fuel/propulsion system (1).
How much does a 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 cost to own for 5 years?: About $22,470 over 5 years ($375/month) at an estimated $10,750 purchase price and 4,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.