2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 Problems

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SERVICE BRAKES

3 complaints

I purchased a used Ducati Monster 821 2018 in February of 2020. The rear brake pedal was very spongy. I thought it was a quirk of a Ducati Monster. I took the motorcycle for an annual inspection in May of 2021 at a non-Ducati dealer and was told that I have no rear brake. It was also mentioned that this is a known issue with Ducati Monsters and probably has a recall. I took the bike to the dealer for servicing and they acknowledged there is a recall on the rear brakes of the Ducati Monster as well as the fuel sensor which doesn't consistently display the correct amount of fuel in the gas tank. I wasn't informed of the recalls and I don't see it listed on the nhtsa recall list. In my opinion this is a dangerous failure that should be clearly communicated to owners.

Jun 04, 2021

I CURRENTLY OWN A 2018 DUCATI MONSTER 1200S THAT I PURCHASED LAST YEAR NEW; THE MOTORCYCLE HAS LESS THAN 1000 MILES WHEN THE REAR BRAKES COMPLETELY FAILED. NO BRAKE FLUID LEAK OR BRAKE PAD ISSUE SEEN. REAR BRAKE PEDAL BOTTOMS OUT WITHOUT ACTUATING BRAKES. I TRADED AT 2014 DUCATI MONSTER 1200 FOR THIS BIKE AS I WAS HAVING BRAKE ISSUES EVERY YEAR WITH THAT ONE AS WELL. THIS IS THE 4TH TIME IN 4 YEARS THAT MY BRAKES COMPLETELY WENT OUT ON A RIDE. THE PREVIOUS 3 TIMES WITH THE 2014 DUCATI I HAD TO PAY FOR A BREAK FLUSH EACH YEAR AND THEY FINALLY SAID THE MASTER CYLINDER "MIGHT BE THE ISSUE" AND THE DUCATI SERVICE DEALER REQUIRED ME TO PAY FOR A MASTER CYLINDER FOR REAR BRAKE. I'VE NEVER HAD BRAKES FAIL WITH ANY OTHER MOTORCYCLE (HONDA, HARLEY, OR KTM). THIS HAS TO BE MORE THAN COINCIDENCE WITH FAILING YEARLY 4 YEARS IN A ROW. I HAVE TRIED TO CONTACT DUCATI CUSTOMER SERVICE BUT IT GOES TO VOICEMAIL AND THEY HAVE NOT CALLED ME BACK.

Aug 27, 2020

AFTER A FEW MONTHS OWN THIS NEW DUCATI I STARTED TO LOSE FEEL AND EFFECTS FROM USING THE REAR BRAKE . AND QUICKLY THE REAR BRAKE IS NOW 100% FAILED , WILL NOT SLOW OR STOP THE BIKE AT ALL . BROUGHT IN TOO DUCATI AND WAS TOLD THERE MIGHT BE A POSSIBLE RECALL FOR REAR BRAKE LINES BUT I DO NOT SEE ANYTHING WHEN SEARCHING YOUR SITE OR DUCATI .COM *TR

Jun 04, 2020

4.6/5.0

97 reviews

Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your DUCATI dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 have?

The 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 currently has 3 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200?

The most common problems reported for the 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200?

You can report safety problems with your 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200 reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2018 DUCATI Monster 1200. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.