2012 Ducati Diavel Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Diavel years
- Not enough data 2nd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Ducati Diavel. That ranks 2nd out of 11 Diavel model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 1,278 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Ducati Diavel 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 40% | 1,278 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 20% | 7,300 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Ducati Diavel recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
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.
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.
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.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Extended Stopping Distance (PE21003) — opened Feb 18, 2021, closed Jul 9, 2021, led to recall 21V315000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
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…
Other Ducati Diavel years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Diavel | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 Diavel | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 Diavel | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Diavel | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 Diavel | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 Diavel | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 Diavel | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 Diavel | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 Diavel | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 | 5 | 1 |
| 2011 Diavel | 4 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ducati Diavel?
Owners most often report service brakes, engine, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Ducati Diavel?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Ducati Diavel a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Diavel model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.