repaired · 2026 Q3
Axle assembly: axle shaft
Risk. A rear wheel axle that breaks while riding can result in a loss of motorcycle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
2018 Ducati Panigale V4Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, most often about the visibility/wiper. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-570 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 3, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Visibility/wiper
1Engine
1Fuel/propulsion system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2018 Ducati Panigale V4 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
Risk. Fuel spray can increase the risk of injury and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. An engine oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q4
Disc: pads
Risk. If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
Risk. If fuel spills out of the tank when it is opened, it can increase the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ducati.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other Panigale V4 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Panigale V4 median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, and the recalls they led to.
- Extended Stopping DistanceLed to recall 21V-315
In owners' words
What Panigale V4 owners report
Recent visibility/wiper complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE MIRROR'S PLASTIC HOUSING FRACTURED. EACH TIME THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ADJUST THE MIRRORS, THE PLASTIC ASSEMBLY FAILED AND THE MIRRORS FRACTURED. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE CONTACT…
THE REAR VIEW SIDE MIRRORS ARE VERY FRAGILE AND BREAK VERY EASILY, EITHER WHILE RIDING ON A ROUGH ROAD, ADJUSTING THE MIRROR WHILE STATIONARY, OR A LIGHT BUMP IN A PARKING LOT. THIS IS THE 2ND TIME ONE HAS BROKEN ON ME AND IT HAS HAPPENED TO SEVERAL OTHER PEOPLE.
THE REAR VIEW SIDE MIRRORS ARE VERY FRAGILE AND BREAK VERY EASILY, EITHER WHILE RIDING ON A ROUGH ROAD, ADJUSTING THE MIRROR WHILE STATIONARY, OR A LIGHT BUMP IN A PARKING LOT. THIS IS THE 2ND TIME ONE HAS BROKE FOR ME AND IT HAS HAPPENED TO SEVERAL OTHER PEOPLE.
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