2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1199 Panigale years
- Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 7 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale. That is the most of any 1199 Panigale model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 50%), typically at around 3,400 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 7 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 8owner complaints
- 7safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 50% | 3,400 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 38% | 1,900 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 25% | 4,350 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 25% | 2,950 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 13% | 4,700 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 13% | 4,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale recalls (7)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:turn signal:switch; exterior lighting:headlights:high/low beam dimmer switch; electrical system:wiring
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale and Panigale S motorcycles. The left handlebar switch may not get power from its connection at the dashboard, preventing the horn, instrument panel display, high beam and right turn signals from functioning. As such, these motorcycles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 123, "Motorcycle Controls and Displays."
Risk: The rider's inability to use the horn, right turn indicators and high beam could increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began on June 6, 2014. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-14-001.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. The exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover could melt or burn due to excess heat of the catalytic converter.
Risk: Melting and burning of the bowden cable cover could lead to smoke and/or fire.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will the replace old exhaust butterfly valve bowden cable cover with a new one, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.
Steering
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012 . Due to an incorrect assembly tolerance, the Uniball bearing on the damper rod eyelet could slip out of its seat on the Ohlins steering damper.
Risk: The steering damper can detach from its mounting point which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a special washer at the steering damper's mounting point, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.
Steering
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. Screws that secure the steering damper to the steering head could fall out due to an insufficient amount of Loctite applied to the threads.
Risk: The steering damper can detach from the steering head which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will remove both screws, clean the threads, apply the proper amount of Loctite, and tighten to the proper torque settings, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.
Suspension:rear
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. The right and left swingarm shaft pivots can loosen.
Risk: The swingarm shaft pivots can loosen from the swingarm which can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will tighten the right and left swingarm shaft pivots to the proper torque settings, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 1199 Panigale motorcycles manufactured from March 16, 2012, through July 12, 2012. The front brake master cylinder reservoir hose might interfere with the threading end of the reservoir retaining screw.
Risk: The front brake master cylinder reservoir hose might interfere with the threading end of the reservoir of the retaining screw causing damage to the hose, which could lead to a front brake system failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a cap nut and a washer at the end of the reservoir retaining screw, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2012. Owners may contact Ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or through their website at www.ducati.com.
Suspension:rear
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012 panigale motorcycles because of an incorrect screw used to retain the swingarm to the rear suspension linkage.
Risk: If the linkage detaches from the swingarm, catastrophic suspension collapse would occur and adversely affect the ability to safely handle the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the incorrect screw free of charge. The safety recall began on june 30, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I own a 2012 ducati 1199 panigale. I am the 2nd owner of the motorcycle and it is just 3 months out of original manufacturer warranty. The motorcycle is 100% stock and has not been modified. The lower right side fairing/body panel is melting/burning due to exhaust heat. There have been a number of…
Motorcycle will not shift down from 3rd to 1st gear. Also in a stopping situation motorcycle is hard to get from 2nd to 1st gear or to find neutral. *tr
While at a stop, motorcycle starts moving while the clutch is fully engaged. Motorcycle needs to be shut off to prevent it from going forward at a red light or stop sign. Can lead to a fatal accident if i'm stopped and motorcycle starts riding forward with the clutch engaged. Happens every single…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ducati 1199 panigale motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the kickstand suddenly became detached and activated the kickstand safety switch, also causing the engine to stall. Additionally, the contact indicated that while parked, the…
I currently have a engine leak on my ducati motorcycle. I was riding and noticed a burnt oil smell. I pulled over and noticed a leak on left side casing. I took to ducati to report and repair. Ducati is still taking alot of time to make a choice on what to do. Still isn't repaired and now leak has…
Other Ducati 1199 Panigale years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 1199 Panigale | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 1199 Panigale | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 1199 Panigale | 5 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 | 7 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale?
Owners most often report engine, power train, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale?
Yes, 7 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1199 Panigale model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.