2012 Ducati 848 EVO Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 14, 2014 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2012 Ducati 848 EVO. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,535 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2012 Ducati 848 EVO problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~1,535 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline1100%1,535——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2012 Ducati 848 EVO recalls (1)

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Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:padsMay 1, 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V188000 · 283 vehicles

Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2012 848, streetfighter, hypermotard, multistrada, and monster motorcycles. The friction material may detach from the backing plate of the rear brake pads.

Risk: If the friction material detaches, there would be a sudden loss of rear brake efficiency, increasing the stopping distance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, as necessary, the rear brake pads free of charge. The safety recall began on may 21, 2012. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696 or go to their website at www.ducati.com.

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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 went into my garage and i smelled a faint gasoline smell near my 2012 ducati 848 evo. I was cleaning it, going over it to see if i could identify the source. I never found the source of the smell but i did find a wave and a bubble on the top of the tank. This is the beginning stage of gas tank…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Apr 14, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10579632

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ducati 848 EVO?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2012 Ducati 848 EVO?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2012 Ducati 848 EVO a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 848 EVO model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.