DUCATI PANIGALE V4 (2018) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Ducati is recalling 2018-2019 Panigale V4 motorcycles due to timing chain tensioner oil leaks that could increase crash risk. Owners must contact dealers for free bolt tightening.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An oil leak can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Ducati is recalling certain 2018-2019 Panigale V4 motorcycles because the timing chain tensioner may leak oil over time, which could increase crash risk. Owners should contact dealers for free repairs. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224722-ducati-panigale-v4-2018-recall-oil-leak-risk-increases-crash.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224722-ducati-panigale-v4-2018-recall-oil-leak-risk-increases-crash · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V854000
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“Ducati Panigale V4 (2018) recall: Oil leak risk increases crash chance.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224722-ducati-panigale-v4-2018-recall-oil-leak-risk-increases-crash. Based on NHTSA recall #18V854000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V854000).
Why it’s dangerous
The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, causing oil to leak from the bottom of the adjustment bolt. This oil leak could increase the risk of a crash if it leads to reduced engine performance or handling issues.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, and V4 SP motorcycles are affected. Motorcycles with timing chain tensioner oil leaks are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, or V4 SP motorcycles. The recall began January 24, 2019, and affects models sold in the U.S. by Ducati North America.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Dealers
Ducati dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts for free. Owners should contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446 to schedule the repair.
What NHTSA says to do
Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The timing chain tensioner may loosen over time, causing oil to leak from the bottom of the adjustment bolt, which could increase crash risk.
How do I know if my motorcycle is affected?
Check if you own a 2018-2019 Ducati Panigale V4, V4 S, or V4 SP motorcycle. The recall began January 24, 2019, and affects models sold in the U.S. by Ducati North America.
What should I do if I have the affected motorcycle?
Contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446 to schedule a free repair where dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts.
Contact Ducati
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ducati to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V854000 — Ducati Ducati Hello, I own a Ducati that is covered by recall 18V854000 from Ducati. The official recall notice states: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the timing chain tensioner bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 24, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V854000 (November 30, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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