No complaints are listed for the 2016 Ducati Monster 821. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-07.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as DUCATI MONSTER 821.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
1 recalls.
Date: 2021-05-11. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2021 Monster 821, 2014-2021 Monster 1200 S/STD, and 2016-2019 Monster 1200 R motorcycles. The rear brake hoses may be susceptible to heat damage.
Consequence: Damaged brake hoses may cause the rear brakes to fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
1 investigations; 0 open.
PE21003
Opened: 2021-02-18. Closed: 2021-07-09.
Extended Stopping Distance
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) based on twenty-two (22) Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) for soft rear brakes caused by air seeping into the rear brake lines of model year (MY) 2012-2020 Ducati Monster, Multistrada, SuperSport, Panigale, Scrambler and Diavel motorcycles.The consumers were alleging that the rear brakes would not properly functio
Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Linked campaign numbers: 21V315000.
Manufacturer communications
30 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 13 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 10 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 6 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
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| STRUCTURE | 2 |
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| SUSPENSION | 2 |
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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
10249814
Date: 2024-01-02. 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-23-060 published on 12/19/2023. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the availability of new rear brake hoses intended to address wear of the brake lever
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
10238477
Date: 2023-06-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, STRUCTURE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Tips and Tricks Revision 7 Summary. Range and motor error codes for the Multistrada; assembly procedure of the brake caliper mounting plate when refitting the rear wheel for the Monster; oil seal install instructions on dry clutch housing for the Panigale; and timing layshift seal removal for a all
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.
10232291
Date: 2023-02-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates (USA). Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with a summary of the rear brake updates available for units with owner concerns involving rear brake function. It includes a table with update and parts data for quic