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2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 6 complaints on file for the 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

6

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other 1199 Panigale years?

1199 Panigale NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted13 complaints2012: 13 complaints2013: 7 complaints2014: 6 complaints2015: 1 complaints
1199 Panigale NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Speed Control233%
Brakes117%
Electrical System117%
Engine117%
Fuel System117%

Does the 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V268000SuspensionMay 8, 2015 · 549 units

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2014 1199 Panigale S version, 1199 Superleggera and 1199 Panigale R version motorcycles. The affected motorcycles may have been built with an improperly manufactured rear shock absorber. The nut on the damper rod for these shock absorbers may loosen, resulting in a loss of damping and the possible disassembling of the shock.

Consequence

If the damper rod nut loosens, shock absorber performance would be affected, possibly causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the rear shock assembly or send the shock to the supplier's repair center to be remedied, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-15-002.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I WAS APPLYING THROTTLE TO PASS A VEHICLE ON A RIGHT HAND TURN AND RESUME MY LANE POSITION AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE AND MOTORCYCLE SHUT DOWN. I HAD TO SUDDENLY CORRECT MY BODY POSITION AND BRING THE MOTORCYCLE UPRIGHT WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CROSSING THE CENTER LINE. EMERGENCY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · August 22, 2015

“I WAS APPLYING THROTTLE TO PASS A VEHICLE ON A RIGHT HAND TURN AND RESUME MY LANE POSITION AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE AND MOTORCYCLE SHUT DOWN. I HAD TO SUDDENLY CORRECT MY BODY POSITION AND BRING THE MOTORCYCLE UPRIGHT WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CROSSING THE CENTER LINE. EMERGENCY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 22, 2015

“I WAS APPLYING THROTTLE TO PASS A VEHICLE ON A RIGHT HAND TURN AND RESUME MY LANE POSITION AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE AND MOTORCYCLE SHUT DOWN. I HAD TO SUDDENLY CORRECT MY BODY POSITION AND BRING THE MOTORCYCLE UPRIGHT WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN CROSSING THE CENTER LINE. EMERGENCY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 22, 2015

“GOOD DAY, I AM NOT ATTEMPTING TO BE A JERK HERE HOWEVER SOMEONE REALLY NEEDS TO LOOK INTO THE DUCATI 1299S, 1299, 1199 AND OTHER DUCATIS. I JUST PURCHASED A BRAND NEW DUCATI WITH 1 MILE ON IT AND THE MOTORCYCLE CUTS OF DURING LOW SPEED TURNS AND CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS ENJURY TO SOMEONE OR REALTY. I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · March 4, 2017

“GOOD DAY, I AM NOT ATTEMPTING TO BE A JERK HERE HOWEVER SOMEONE REALLY NEEDS TO LOOK INTO THE DUCATI 1299S, 1299, 1199 AND OTHER DUCATIS. I JUST PURCHASED A BRAND NEW DUCATI WITH 1 MILE ON IT AND THE MOTORCYCLE CUTS OF DURING LOW SPEED TURNS AND CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS ENJURY TO SOMEONE OR REALTY. I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 4, 2017

2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale — common questions

Is the 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale reliable?

The record is thin — 6 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Ducati 1199 Panigale. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.