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NHTSA Recall 18V834000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)

Ducati North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,663 vehicles. It affects 2018–2019 Ducati Panigale V4.

1,663
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (January 24)
NHTSA campaign18V834000
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE
Report receivedNovember 27, 2018
Owner notificationJanuary 24, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, and V4 SP motorcycles. The oil cooler output port may crack, causing an oil leak.

Safety risk

An engine oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V834000

Make and modelModel years
Ducati Panigale V42018, 2019

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.