2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER
The 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ducati North America for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (3 complaints), Service Brakes (3 complaints), and Power Train (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER, potentially affecting up to 5,502 vehicles.
Recall 16V891000 — STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
| 5,502 vehicles affected
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ducati Scrambler motorcycles manufactured February 17, 2015, to November 11, 2016. The affected vehicles have a side stand pivot nut that can detach, potentially causing the side stand position sensor to no longer function properly.
Consequence: If the side stand position sensor does not function properly, the engine may stall, or the motorcycle may be ridden while the stand is still down. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt, free of charge. The recall began on begin January 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-16-004.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuelpropulsion System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2015 Ducati Scrambler. The contact stated while riding 30 MPH, the motorcycle lost motive power and stalled with the "Side Stand Error" message displayed. The contact was able to roll the motorcycle to the side of the roadway. The motorcycle was towed to the residence. The motorcycle was not diagnosed. The dealer was contacted and stated that the motorcycle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V891000 (Structure) and provided no assistance. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 5,480.
Rear brake goes all the way down without stopping the motorcycle, replaces the brake pads and bleed the system, then the brake works for a few days but always slowly goes down until the brake does NOT work at all. I have to bleed the system again. There are NO leaks int he hydraulic hoses, connections, master and slave cylinders or brake caliper.
The rear brake has become absent. I've had the motorcycle less that 5000 miles and now there's nothing there when i press the brake pedal. The front brake works fine, and that's the one I use mainly. But the rear brake pedal does nothing. I looked online and apparently this is endemic on Ducati motorcycles with Brembo brand rear brakes. Ducati offers no remedy other than paying for a rebuild of the brake assembly at cost. Meanwhile we are riding our bikes with no rear brakes.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER MOTORCYCLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO HIGHER GEARS, THE VEHICLE MADE ABNORMAL NOISES AND WENT INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 500.
FRONT BRAKE PULSES AT LOW SPEED BRAKING CAUSING CONTROL PROBLEMS WITH MOTORCYCLE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS RETURNED TO DEALER IN THE FALL OF 2016 FOR REPAIR BUT ISSUE WAS NOT FIXED. CURRENTLY STILL WAITING FOR WEEKS FOR WARRANTY AUTHORIZATION.
Safety Rating for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER
Ducati North America has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SB16001 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Fuel Level Sensor Inspection.
SVC15020 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Scrambler Fuel Tank Service Tool.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the DUCATI SCRAMBLER
- 2015 DUCATI SCRAMBLER (current)
- 2016 DUCATI SCRAMBLER — 4 complaints
- 2017 DUCATI SCRAMBLER — 0 complaints
- 2018 DUCATI SCRAMBLER — 2 complaints
- 2019 DUCATI SCRAMBLER — 3 complaints
- 2020 DUCATI SCRAMBLER — 1 complaint
Other DUCATI Models
- DUCATI SPORT CLASSIC — 155 total complaints
- DUCATI MULTISTRADA — 68 total complaints
- DUCATI 1000GT — 53 total complaints
- DUCATI DUCATI — 34 total complaints
- DUCATI MONSTER S4RS — 34 total complaints
- DUCATI HYPERMOTARD — 33 total complaints
- DUCATI 848 — 29 total complaints
- DUCATI DIAVEL — 29 total complaints