2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1199 Panigale years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 6 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale. That ranks 2nd out of 4 1199 Panigale model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 1,497 miles. There are 6 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 6safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 60% | 1,497 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 20% | 1,567 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 20% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 20% | 350 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 20% | 50,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale recalls (6)
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.
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 bought this motorcycle new. It has 1567 miles on it. Never driven hard or raced. The issue is that the motorcycle will not go and/or stay in neutral gear. If i gently tap the shift lever down in say's gear 1 on the dash when actually it is in neutral. If i increase pressure on the shift lever it…
The motorcycle has a gear indicator (to tell what gear you are in) that displays on the dashboard. Two different gear indication problems: 1) while traveling in 6th gear, the indicator will flash between 5th and 6th gear 2) while in neutral gear, the indicator will flash between 1st and neutral…
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ducati 1199 panigale motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, he engaged the clutch device and accidentally activated the high beam switch due to both functions being too close. In addition, the rear view mirrors failed to provide adequate…
Drivetrain chain scraping against swing arm. Possibility of further damage to chain can cause loss of control of vehicle and injury to rider and damage to vehicle. *tr
Chain rubbing against swingarm. Fearful it will weaken the chain at speed or cause weakening of support member that hold tire onto the vehicle. Second issue, electronic control issue with the electronic suspension. Concerned it could cause loss of traction of vehicle at speed.
Other Ducati 1199 Panigale years
← 2012 1199 Panigale · 2014 1199 Panigale →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 1199 Panigale | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 1199 Panigale | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 | 5 | 6 |
| 2012 1199 Panigale | 8 | 7 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale?
Owners most often report power train, electrical system, structure problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale?
Yes, 6 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 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 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.