- The problem
- Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Diavel motorcycles manufactured from May 25, 2012, through June 28, 2012. The side stand may bend or break.
- The risk
- The side stand could bend or break in the pivot area, allowing the motorcycle to fall over, increasing the risk of personal injury to the operator or others near the motorcycle. Even without falling over, a bent sidestand may interfere with the proper operation of the sidestand safety switch, preventing the bike from starting or causing the bike to stall without warning.
- The fix
- Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the side stand, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 13, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Ducati Diavel Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2012 Ducati Diavel with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (3) and the engine & cooling (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in August 2012 for the kickstand / center stand. For comparison, the 2011 has 4 and the 2013 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Diavel year, for its age
#239 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Ducati Diavel problems
Share of all 5 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2012 Ducati Diavel recalls 1
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
What owners say
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5 complaints about the 2012 Ducati Diavel
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Ducati diavel motorcycle. Consumer writes in regards to sudden engine whining noises- discovers numerous metal particles within the crank case- erosion of the internal engine component. *Ld the consumer stated the dealer was notified. The service manager stated the amount of debris was not enough to warrant an investigation and there was no cause for concern. *Js
Cpsc: i1480595a. Ducati diavel motorcycle. Consumer stated the motorcycle had no working rear brakes. *Ln
When I received this motorcycle second hand, it was just about out of warranty. I did take it to a local dealer for service and noted to them that the rear brake was not working well at all. The said they would attempt to fix it but not to keep my hopes too high! I found out later from a sales manager that the rear brakes on ducati's are notoriously poor. I eventually had the rear brake line bled by another mechanic and that only helped slightly and for a short period. Although the front brakes are far more...
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important on a motorcycle, the rear brake has safety implications as well. First, it can add 15% or more to pure stopping power. Also, being able to use a rear brake (feathering it) while making a turn helps control the bike. Using the front brake can cause a crash. Not having a usable rear brake therefore is not good. I have alerted ducati about the problem and they promised to have the usa division contact me, which has not happened in the past month since I complained. Since the bike is now out of warranty, I feel I would be wasting my time to keep bringing into a dealer to fix and unsolvable problem. I think this is a defect and that all motorcycles should have sufficient rear brake systems put into the manufacturing process. It appears that at least some high end european bikes do not put a lot of effort into making quality rear brakes. By the way, I also lodged a complaint with the cpsc. *Tr
Handlebar was locking while driving. I took to the dealer and they should update the software but didn't work. They replaced the whole unit and now looks good. *Tr
I just bought a ducati diavel 2012 and while driving the rear brakes locked, I almost went through traffic without brakes then flaming brake parts of the bike flew off and melted in the street. Then brake fluid sprayed all over the back of the bike. The rotors were scared and there were chips of the bike on the rear wheel. Brake fluid spayed everywhere and there was complete loss of brake pressure and the peddle was in a 5 o'clock position. The bike dropped because I was startled and gripped the front brake. I had to ride home with only the front brakes. I have a picture of the brake pad melted into the asphalt of the street. *Tr
Ducati Diavel: every year compared
All Diavel years2012 Ducati Diavel vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ducati Diavel | 5 | 1 | F | |
| 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Abs | 11 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale | 8 | 7 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Ducati Multistrada | 8 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 Evo | 5 | 3 | - | Compare |
| 2012 Ducati Monster 696 | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Ducati 848 Evo | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2012 Ducati Streetfighter 848 | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 | 1 | 1 | C | 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 2012 Ducati Diavel
Does the 2012 Ducati Diavel have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2012 Ducati Diavel: kickstand / center stand (August 2012). 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 2012 Ducati Diavel?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (3), engine & cooling (1), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Ducati Diavel had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 21, 2012 and the latest on March 26, 2018. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Ducati Diavel a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 22 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Ducati Diavel 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.
Which Ducati Diavel years have the most complaints?
2012 (5), 2015 (5), 2011 (4). See every Ducati Diavel year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Ducati Diavel 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