- The problem
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2014-2018 1199 SL, Panigale R (V2), 1299 SL, and 1299 FE motorcycles. Engine crankcase pressure can push engine oil into the airbox, possibly resulting in oil leaking from the airbox drain hose.
- The risk
- The leaking oil may drip in the path of the rear tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a blow-by valve kit, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-19-002.
Vehicle safety record
2016 Ducati 1299 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2016 Ducati 1299 with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in September 2019 for the engine. For comparison, the 2015 has 0 and the 2017 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 1299 year, for its age
#408 most complained-about 2016 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2016 Ducati 1299 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2016 Ducati 1299 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
What owners say
Be the first 1299 owner to share.
Problems or none - your experience is exactly what the next buyer is looking for. Write it now
1 complaints about the 2016 Ducati 1299
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2016 Ducati 1299s. Consumer writes in regards to panigale turning off in a stop and go traffic. *Va the consumer stated the dealer could not duplicate the failure. *Js
Ducati 1299: every year compared
All 1299 years2016 Ducati 1299 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Ducati 1299 | 1 | 2 | C | |
| 2016 Ducati Multistrada | 4 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Scrambler | 4 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200S | 4 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 | 3 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Diavel | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Monster 1200 | 1 | 2 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2016 Ducati 1299
Does the 2016 Ducati 1299 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Ducati 1299: engine (September 2019); master cylinder (December 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ducati 1299?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2016 Ducati 1299 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 26, 2018 and the latest on March 26, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2016 Ducati 1299 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 44 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Ducati 1299 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2016 Ducati 1299 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data