No complaints are listed for the 2018 Ducati Hypermotard. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as DUCATI HYPERMOTARD.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2018-07-19. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018 Ducati Panigale V4, Panigale 959, Panigale 1299 FE, and Hypermotard motorcycles. The friction material on the rear brake pads may detach from the backing plate.
Consequence: If the rear brake pad friction material detaches, it may lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear brake pads. Brake pads from the affected batch will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
31 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 14 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 8 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 7 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
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| SUSPENSION | 3 |
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| ENGINE | 2 |
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| STRUCTURE | 2 |
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10251272
Date: 2024-02-29. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, STRUCTURE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Tips & Tricks Revision 03 Summary. Applicability: Multistrada-Racing exhaust applicability. Hypermotard-Possible oil seep, loose handlebar feel, gearchange lever pin, standard faring elements characteristics.
10251269
Date: 2024-02-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, SUSPENSION.
Tips & Tricks Revision 02 Summary. Applicability: Multistrada-Front fork wiring, rear shock, and fuel level and range indication. Hypermotard-Exhaust heat guard hardware pitting. Scrambler-Cosmetic headlight defect. All Models-pre-delivery operations, scheduled maintenance update.
10249815
Date: 2024-01-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. The purpose is prevent technicians from mistaking oozing oil or assembly grease, for legit
10248120
Date: 2023-12-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Rear Brake System Update Summary. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels bulletin SRV-SRB-23-053 published on 10/17/2023. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the availability of new rear brake hoses intended to address wear of the brake lever
10240308
Date: 2023-07-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin SRV-SRB-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. It provides dealers and service managers with needed information to correctly bleed the front brake system of the var
10240311
Date: 2023-07-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, POWER TRAIN.
Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, SRV-SRB-20-050 published on 11/24/2020. It provi
10240307
Date: 2023-07-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant and engine oil leaks. The use of a prescribed leak trace powde
10238475
Date: 2023-06-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcase covers. The bulletin further provides cleaning instruction
10237193
Date: 2023-05-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil or coolant leaks. This bulletin includes service instructions.
10222407
Date: 2022-09-23. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin provides dealers and service managers a provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over time and use, of rear brake pedal stroke.