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2018 Ducati Xdiavel S problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other Xdiavel S years?

Xdiavel S NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted3 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 3 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 1 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints
Xdiavel S NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1100%

Does the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S have recalls?

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

23V820000SeatsDecember 6, 2023 · 2,906 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A broken passenger backrest may result in the passenger falling off the motorcycle, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

23V620000Body & StructureSeptember 6, 2023 · 842 units

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2020 XDiavel S and XDiavel Standard motorcycles. The side stand bracket may fail, causing the side stand to open while riding and resulting in an unexpected engine shutdown.

Consequence

Unexpected engine shutdown while riding can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new side stand bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-23-004.

17V812000BrakesDecember 15, 2017 · 6,758 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact owns a 2018 Ducati XDiavel S. The contact stated that while riding at 55 MPH, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the motorcycle. After a visual inspection, the contact became aware that the drive belt was damaged in three places. No warning lights were illuminated. The…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 7, 2024

2018 Ducati Xdiavel S — common questions

Is the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2018 Ducati Xdiavel S under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

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.