2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S
The 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ducati North America for this model year.
Recalls for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S, potentially affecting up to 22,350 vehicles.
Recall 25V570000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
| 10,235 vehicles affected
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Panigale V4 SL, 2019-2024 Panigale V4 R, 2018-2024 Panigale V4 S, 2023-2025 Streetfighter, 2018-2024 Panigale V4, and 2020-2022 Streetfighter V4 motorcycles. The rear wheel axle could lose its structural integrity and break.
Consequence: A rear wheel axle that breaks while riding can result in a loss of motorcycle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear wheel axle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. The manufacturer's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-25-002.
View full details →Recall 25V570000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
| 10,235 vehicles affected
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Panigale V4 SL, 2019-2024 Panigale V4 R, 2018-2024 Panigale V4 S, 2023-2025 Streetfighter, 2018-2024 Panigale V4, and 2020-2022 Streetfighter V4 motorcycles. The rear wheel axle could lose its structural integrity and break.
Consequence: A rear wheel axle that breaks while riding can result in a loss of motorcycle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear wheel axle, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. The manufacturer's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-25-002.
View full details →Recall 19V382000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
| 1,880 vehicles affected
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Panigale V4, Panigale V4 S, Panigale Speciale, and 2019 Panigale R motorcycles. Excessive pressure in the fuel tank may cause fuel to spray when opening the fuel cap.
Consequence: Fuel spray can increase the risk of injury and a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will update the fuel cap venting system, provide an updated page for the owner's manual, and affix a warning label decal to the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began July 9, 2019....
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S.
Safety Rating for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S
Ducati North America has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SRV-SRB-23-029 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Guidelines to Replace the Fuel Tank Pipe Upon Each Removal. Applicability: Panigale V4 (all versions); Streetfighter V4 (all versions). This service bulletin stresses the importance of mandatory replacement requirements for one of the fuel pipes, and associated consumables, common to the listed models. This bulletin includes parts information and refers...
TTB-22-001 Rv11 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips and Tricks Summary Rev.11. Applicability: All Models. This bulletin summarizes latest tips and tricks concerning possible engine oil leakage for units with V4 engines, and two support equipment updates.
TTB-22-001 Rv.05 — EQUIPMENT
Tips & Tricks Rev 05 - Applicability: All models pg. 15: Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter. Panigale V4 SP2, Streetfighter V4 SP, pg. 15: Indications for checking the certification mark of the gear shift lever adjustment screw. Panigale V4 SP, SP2, pg. 61:...
TTB-20-001 r 22 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 11-Hands free system software reprogramming failure. Control unit lockout / bike off. Multistrada V4 All Model Years, P.34-Possible erratic idling rpm and hard starting. Panigael Superleggera V4, all Versions, all model yrs., P. 43- Information for the assembly of the...
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 — EQUIPMENT
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics include aftermarket accessories, battery preparations, tire pressures sensing, gas cap paint, enhanced suspension, oil level checks, and...
SRV-TSB-19-002 — POWER TRAIN
CR170 ? Clutch Hose Replacement - This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers possible lengthening of the clutch lever stroke for the listed models. The prescribed service solution involves replacement of the clutch hose. The bulletin provides service instructions, affected VIN data, parts information, and warranty details. This...
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S
- 2017 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S — 0 complaints
- 2018 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S (current)
- 2019 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S — 0 complaints
- 2020 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S — 0 complaints
- 2021 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S — 0 complaints
- 2022 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S — 0 complaints
- 2023 DUCATI PANIGALE V4 S — 0 complaints
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