Recall 18V854000: 2018–2019 Ducati Panigale V4
- Report received
- Nov 30, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Ducati North America
- Potentially affected
- 1,502vehicles
- Model years
- 2018–2019
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S and V4 SP motorcycles. The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, possibly causing oil to leak from the bottom of the tensioner adjustment bolt.
Possible consequence
An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2018 Ducati Panigale V47 complaints
- 2019 Ducati Panigale V40 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.