2015 Ducati Monster 821 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Monster 821 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2015 Ducati Monster 821. That ranks 2nd out of 7 Monster 821 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,500 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Ducati Monster 821 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, Hydraulic | 1 | 100% | 1,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2015 Ducati Monster 821 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Monster 821, 2014-2021 Monster 1200 S/STD, and 2016-2019 Monster 1200 R motorcycles. The rear brake hoses may be susceptible to heat damage.
Risk: Damaged brake hoses may cause the rear brakes to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
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.
The contact owns a 2015 Ducati Monster 821. The contact stated that while riding at a moderate rate of speed, the rear brakes failed as the motorcycle began to roll backward. The contact notified the dealer of the failure and expressed his concern about the dangers of a possible failure. The…
Other Ducati Monster 821 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Monster 821 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 Monster 821 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 Monster 821 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 Monster 821 | 3 | 3 |
| 2017 Monster 821 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 Monster 821 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ducati Monster 821?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Ducati Monster 821?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Ducati Monster 821 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Monster 821 model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.