Ducati Panigale R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 3 safety recalls on file for the Ducati Panigale R, across 6 model years (2014–2019). The 2015 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Ducati Panigale R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Panigale R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2015 Panigale R: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ducati Panigale R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Ducati Panigale R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Panigale R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 Panigale R | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2017 Panigale R | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2016 Panigale R | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2015 Panigale R | 1 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2014 Panigale R | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ducati Panigale R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2015 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ducati Panigale R?
Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Ducati Panigale R have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.