2018 Ducati Scrambler Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Scrambler years
- Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Ducati Scrambler. That ranks 4th out of 8 Scrambler model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Ducati Scrambler 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 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Ducati Scrambler recalls (1)
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Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables; engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Scrambler 1100 motorcycles. The exhaust valve cable could contact the main positive battery wire and potentially short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of fire.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new cable guide and self-locking cable tie to the exhaust valve cable, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-20-003.
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.
The rear brake failed after 1800 miles on the motorcycle. The brake fluid was replaced at 800 miles and after less than a year and 1000 miles it does not work. Pressing on the pedal does not engage the caliper. There are no visible leaks and the master cylinder is full of brake fluid. Ducati does…
One day i took the bike for a ride and there was no pressure on the rear brake and almost no braking
Other Ducati Scrambler years
← 2017 Scrambler · 2019 Scrambler →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Scrambler | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Scrambler | 1 | 2 |
| 2020 Scrambler | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Scrambler | 3 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 Scrambler | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Scrambler | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 Scrambler | 8 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ducati Scrambler?
Owners most often report service brakes problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Ducati Scrambler?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Ducati Scrambler a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Scrambler model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.