2016 Ducati Xdiavel S
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.
2016 Ducati Xdiavel S at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2016 Ducati Xdiavel S recalls 3
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2023 XDiavel S and XDiavel STD motorcycles. The passenger backrest may break if it is installed incorrectly or used incorrectly by the passenger.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the passenger backrest installation, tighten the screws as necessary, and also apply a warning sticker on the component, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for th…
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2018 1299 motorcycles (including STD, S, FE and SL models), Monster 1200 motorcycles (including S and R models), Multistrada motorcycles (including S and PP models), 2015-2017 Panigale R, 2016-2018 XDaviel S motorcycles and 2017-2018 Scrambler 800 Café Racer motorcycles. These motorcycles are equipped with Brembo front brake master cylinders that may fail.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder piston, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 15, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696.
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2016 XDiavel S motorcycles manufactured November 25, 2015 to May 18, 2016. The affected motorcycles have a rear wheel that may have been incorrectly installed on the hub.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will remove the rear wheel and install rubber inserts to prevent the wheel from being improperly installed. Any wheel that is found to have been improperly installed will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 16,…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2016 Ducati Xdiavel S common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Extended Stopping Distance Closed
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 function unless the rear b…
NHTSA #PE21003 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Service Brakes · opened Feb 2021 · closed Jul 2021An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 30
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 30.
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…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-24-001 · Suspension · Jan 2024Rear 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 inte…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-060 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Dec 2023Guided 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 b…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-036 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2023Procedure 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.…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-018R1 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2023Precautions 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 bullet…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-031 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2023Procedure 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.
Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-018 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 2023Overview 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…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-22-038 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 2022CR235 â?? Checking Proper Configuration of Options Installed on the Motorcycle. Applicability: All Models (USA & MEX country versions only) . This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of required BBS electronic configuration for the…
Bulletin SRV-TSB-22-010 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 2022Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All US Models. This service bulletin 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. This Se…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-22-031 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2022Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: AllXDVL 16-20, DVL1260 19-20, M821 15-20, M1200 14-20, M1200R 16-19, SuperSport 17-20, M797 17-20. This service bulletin provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concer…
Bulletin SRV-SRB-22-029 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 2022Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the XDIAVEL S. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 4
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2016 Ducati Xdiavel S. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Seats And Restraints
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the passenger backrest could crack and break if it is used incorrectly or was not installed correctly. If this happens, a passenger could suddenly lose back support. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of back support could increase the risk of a crash or injury. Corrective Actions: Ducati will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your motorcycle t…
Transport Canada #2023666 · Dec 2023Structure
Issue: On certain motorcycles, the side stand may break. If this happens, the motorcycle could fall over while it is parked. Safety Risk: A motorcycle that falls over could create a risk of injury to nearby people. Corrective Actions: Ducati will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your motorcycle to a dealer to replace the side stand, side stand bracket and locking…
Transport Canada #2021090 · Feb 2021Brakes
On certain motorcycles, a crack within the polyphenilene sulphide (PPS) piston of the front brake master cylinder could occur. This could result in the master cylinder to not be able to generate sufficient hydraulic pressure, which could lead to a loss of braking capability of the front brake, increasing stopping distances and increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/o…
Transport Canada #2017637 · Dec 2017Wheels
On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel may have been incorrectly installed on the rear wheel hub. The four hub pins may not have been engaged into the proper rear wheel rim holes, and could have been mis-installed in the wheel casting recesses. If the rear wheel was incorrectly installed and the four hub pins are not engaged, there is the possibility for the pins to rotate with…
Transport Canada #2016258 · May 2016Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.