- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of fire.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Ducati Scrambler Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2018 Ducati Scrambler with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (2). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in December 2020 for the cables. For comparison, the 2019 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Scrambler year, for its age
#305 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Ducati Scrambler problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2018 Ducati Scrambler 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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2 complaints about the 2018 Ducati Scrambler
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The rear brake failed after 1800 miles on the motorcycle. The brake fluid was replaced at 800 miles and after less than a year and 1000 miles it does not work. Pressing on the pedal does not engage the caliper. There are no visible leaks and the master cylinder is full of brake fluid. Ducati does have a recall campaign for multiple models for brake failure. The scrambler is not listed as one of them, but various Ducati forums have owners of Scrambler models reporting they have had rear brake failure or inadequate performance. I believe that this issue needs to be investigated and addressed by the manufacturer. This can be a potentially life threatening defect in the event of failure.
One day I took the bike for a ride and there was no pressure on the rear brake and almost no braking
Ducati Scrambler: every year compared
All Scrambler years2018 Ducati Scrambler vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ducati Scrambler | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 | 7 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Monster 821 | 3 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Monster 1200 | 3 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Multistrada | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Diavel | 1 | 0 | A | 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 2018 Ducati Scrambler
Does the 2018 Ducati Scrambler have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Ducati Scrambler: cables (December 2020). 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 2018 Ducati Scrambler?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (2).
How many complaints has the 2018 Ducati Scrambler had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on December 10, 2020 and the latest on January 11, 2023. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Ducati Scrambler a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 59 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Ducati Scrambler 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 Scrambler years have the most complaints?
2015 (8), 2016 (4), 2019 (3). See every Ducati Scrambler year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Ducati Scrambler 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