NHTSA Recall 18V835000: Manual transmission (power train)
Ducati North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,742 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ducati Monster 1200.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V835000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SRV-RCL-18-007 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | November 27, 2018 |
| Owner notification | January 14, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ducati Monster 1200, Monster 821, SuperSport and SuperSport S motorcycles. The shift lever may have been incorrectly assembled, possibly resulting in the shift knob detaching from the lever.
Safety risk
If the shift knob detaches, the rider may not be able to shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the gear lever shift knob tightness, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-18-007.
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 18V835000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ducati Monster 1200 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Ducati Monster 821 | 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Ducati Supersport | 2017, 2018, 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.