2016 Ducati Xdiavel Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Xdiavel years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel. That is the most of any Xdiavel model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 4,700 miles. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 3owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Ducati Xdiavel 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 33% | 4,700 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 7,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | 6,750 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | 4,700 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 33% | 6,750 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Ducati Xdiavel recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Monster 797, Monster 1200, Supersport, 2016-2020 XDiavel, and 2018-2020 Monster 821 motorcycles. Air may permeate the rear brake system.
Risk: Air in the system may reduce effectiveness of the rear brakes, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2018 XDiavel S and XDiavel STD motorcycles. The side stand bracket may fatigue under load, resulting in failure of the side stand assembly and a potential for the motorcycle to fall when stationary on the stand.
Risk: A falling motorcycle can increase the risk of injury to persons nearby.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new side stand bracket, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 15 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-001.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XDiavel motorcycles manufactured July 7, 2015, to June 22, 2016. The side stand plate lower fastening screw on the affected motorcycles may not be sufficiently tightened, causing the stand to fail and the bike to fall. Additionally, during normal use on the road, the loosening of the lower screw could cause damage to the side stand sensor switch, causing the engine to stall.
Risk: If the lower stand place screw becomes loose it can cause the bike to fall, or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot and side stand plate fastening screw, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-16-003(B).
Power train:driveline:differential unit
Problem: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Ducati XDiavel motorcycles manufactured July 7, 2015, to June 22, 2016. The affected motorcycles may have an insufficiently tightened final drive pulley retaining nut which may result in a loss of power transmission to the rear wheel.
Risk: A loss of power transmission to the rear wheel may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new washer under the final drive pulley retaining nut and increase the tightening torque, free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2016. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is RCL-16-003.
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.
After 6 months of purchase my motorcycle rear brake was unusable. This happened 3 more times. The last time it was sitting in my garage for a month and the rear brake went completely away. Finally they replaced the rear brake cylinder. Website has a multitude of similar problems. Also front forks…
The drive belt developed a deep groove to the point of nearly tearing through along the entire length of the belt due to a rock becoming wedged between the front pulley and the engine case. This problem is being reported in very high numbers on forums devoted to this model motorcycle. On one…
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ducati xdiavel. While the vehicle was at a stop, the contact noticed that the bolt that held the spring to the side stand detached and caused the engine to stall. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent…
Other Ducati Xdiavel years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Xdiavel | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 Xdiavel | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 Xdiavel | 0 | 3 |
| 2017 Xdiavel | 0 | 4 |
| 2016 | 3 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel?
Owners most often report engine, power train, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Xdiavel model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.