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2021 Ducati Scrambler problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2021 Ducati Scrambler — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Scrambler years?

Scrambler NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted8 complaints2015: 8 complaints2016: 4 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 2 complaints2019: 3 complaints2020: 1 complaints2021: 1 complaints2022: 1 complaints
Scrambler NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2021 Ducati Scrambler problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes1100%

Does the 2021 Ducati Scrambler have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V361000LightingMay 17, 2021 · 228 units

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Scrambler 800 Night Shift motorcycles. The front and rear turn signal lights may not flash brightly enough. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Turn signal lights that aren't bright enough can reduce other driver's ability to see that the turn signals have been activated, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front and rear turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-009.

20V781000Electrical SystemDecember 15, 2020 · 1,072 units

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Scrambler 1100 motorcycles. The exhaust valve cable could contact the main positive battery wire and potentially short-circuit.

Consequence

An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of fire.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new cable guide and self-locking cable tie to the exhaust valve cable, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-20-003.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Brake switch for rear wheel that turns rear brake light on breaks easily causing brake light failure when rear brake is engaged. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 30, 2024

2021 Ducati Scrambler — common questions

Is the 2021 Ducati Scrambler reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Ducati Scrambler have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Ducati Scrambler. 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.