DUCATI MONSTER 1200 (2018) recall — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Ducati is recalling certain 2015-2018 Monster 1200 motorcycles due to potential front brake master cylinder failure that could increase crash risk. Owners must contact Ducati for free replacement by February 15, 2018.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Ducati is recalling certain 2015-2018 Monster 1200 motorcycles because their front brake master cylinders might fail, which could lead to loss of front braking and increase crash risk. Owners should contact Ducati customer service for free replacement of the brake component. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224726-ducati-monster-1200-2018-recall-front-brake-failure-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224726-ducati-monster-1200-2018-recall-front-brake-failure-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V812000
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“Ducati Monster 1200 (2018) Recall: Front Brake Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224726-ducati-monster-1200-2018-recall-front-brake-failure-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #17V812000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V812000).
Why it’s dangerous
If the front brake master cylinder fails, the motorcycle loses front braking power. This could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash, especially during sudden stops or emergency maneuvers.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2015-2018 Ducati Monster 1200 motorcycles with Brembo front brake master cylinders are affected. Riders using these motorcycles without the fix are at risk of losing front braking ability.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2015-2018 Monster 1200 motorcycle has a Brembo front brake master cylinder. The recall covers specific models including STD, S, FE, and SL versions.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Ducati Customer Service
Call 1-800-231-6696 to schedule a free front brake master cylinder replacement.
February 15, 2018
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
What models are affected by this recall?
2015-2018 Monster 1200 motorcycles with Brembo front brake master cylinders, including STD, S, FE, and SL models.
How can I get the replacement?
Ducati will replace the front brake master cylinder free of charge at dealerships after contacting customer service.
When does the recall start?
The recall begins on February 15, 2018.
Contact Ducati
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ducati to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V812000 — Ducati Ducati Hello, I own a Ducati that is covered by recall 17V812000 from Ducati. The official recall notice states: 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. 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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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 #17V812000 (December 15, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 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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