What Ducati Hypermotard owners have reported to NHTSA, the service bulletins the manufacturer sent dealers, and any federal defect investigations, by model year. See Ducati Hypermotard safety recalls or check your VIN.
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA, by the model year of the vehicle. A high count can also mean a popular year, so compare it with how many were sold.
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injured | Deaths | TSBs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| 2019 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 2014 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| 2013 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
The vehicle systems named most often in Ducati Hypermotard complaints (one complaint can name several).
In the owners’ own words, as filed with NHTSA. Unverified reports; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
Bike has some fuel or engine issue. Surges frequently. Based on conversations with other owners, there may be an issues with faulty gas tank lining that erodes and causes issues with fuel delivery.
Improper fuel tank inner coating causing debris to get into fuel system and cause stalling at high speeds
Pervasive known issue occurred wherein motorcycle stalls while riding and power is removed/throttle closed. Motorcycle also stalls while at stop lights. This is a safety concern as motorcycle can stall inexplicably while under way and in corners where engine power is needed to exit the corner leading user to restart engine while underway.
Intermittently the motorcycle will stall when riding if the clutch is engaged. This is very dangerous because when it happens I am unable to apply any throttle to move out of the way of danger while on the road until I start the motorcycle up again. I have taken the motorcycle to the dealership where they spent 29 days fixing it but the issue is still there
The motorcycle stalls after engaging the clutch when approaching a stop. This does not happen at every stop but does happen every time I ride the motorcycle. This put me at risk because other drivers around me didn't know that I needed to restart my motorcycle before I could begin moving again. The dealership said that they were unable to reproduce the issue. No one has inspected the motorcycle except for the dealer. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. This started after six months after I purchased the motorcycle. This is after the first scheduled maintenance.
After riding the bike for 30 minutes or more the bike stalls at every stop sign and red light I would guess that the idle or throttle position sensor needs adjustment or re map computer to adjust fuel air mixture after initial start up. Very dangerous in my opinion since I have issue restarting the bike at stop lights or stop signs with other vehicles assuming I should be moving but not
Engine stalls intermittently during clutch in (no load condition). This has happened in traffic at a traffic light when slowly rolling (when waiting on a vehicle in front to make a left hand turn), then need to restart engine -this increases the chance of a rear-end collision. Motorcycle ran perfect for approx first 1500 miles, then started stalling and having rough idle. Dealer performed charcoal canister filter replacement and issue went away for approx 700 miles before returning. Returned to dealer and second time they cleaned the throttle bodies and fuel tank. Now approx 500 miles later, it has stalled again two more times.
WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT AT LOW SPEED THE BIKE SEEMED TO BE DRAGGING WITH VERY LITTLE FREE MOMENTUM. UPON INSPECTION THE REAR TIRE WAS FLAT. AFTER DISMOUNTING THE CAUSE OF THE FLAT WAS DISCOVERED TO BE THAT THE TIRE VALVE STEM WAS SHEARED COMPLETELY OFF BY THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER, WHICH HAD DETACHED WHILE THE BIKE WAS IN MOTION AND IMPACTED THE VALVE STEM. IT WAS FORTUNATE THAT THIS OCCURRED AT VERY LOW SPEED AND NOT ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD HAVE POTENTIALLY CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. THE REAR CALIPER HAS NEVER BEEN SERVICED SO THE BOLTS WERE INSUFFICIENTLY TORQUED PRIOR TO CUSTOMER SALE, EITHER AT THE FACTORY OR THE DEALER. PHOTOS ARE ATTACHED.
Repair instructions and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about known issues. A TSB is not a recall, and the repair is usually free only while the car is under warranty; ask your dealer for the bulletin number.
Tips & Tricks Revision 07 Summary. Applicability: Hypermotard 698-Possible coolant leakage from the water distributor. All Models-Precaution for the use of the Hand-Free fuel tank cap part no. 96681021AA â part no. 96680491A. All V4 models-Possible lubrication problem on primary idle wheel.
Tips & Tricks Revision 03 Summary. Applicability: Multistrada-Racing exhaust applicability. Hypermotard-Possible oil seep, loose handlebar feel, gearchange lever pin, standard faring elements characteristics.
Tips & Tricks Revision 02 Summary. Applicability: Multistrada-Front fork wiring, rear shock, and fuel level and range indication. Hypermotard-Exhaust heat guard hardware pitting. Scrambler-Cosmetic headlight defect. All Models-pre-delivery operations, scheduled maintenance update.
CR265 -ÃÂ Checking the Position of the Fuel Pump/Injector Pipe. Applicability: Hypermotard 698 Model Year 2024 (all versions). This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the possibility that the fuel union is not properly engaged on the fuel pump, revealing a need for visual inspection. The bulletin also provides service instructions. This document has been redacted for sensitive pricing information.
CR265 - Installation of Rear Brake Fluid Reservoir Cover. Applicability: Hypermotard 698 Model Year 2024 (all versions). This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of a production batch of units that were shipped with aesthetically deficient rear brake fluid reservoir covers. It further provides affected VIN information, a service solution and replacement parts information. This document has been redacted for sensitive pricing information.
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 oozing oil or assembly grease, for legitimate defects. The bulletin further provides examples and pictures for clarification.
CR263 âÃÂàReplacement of the ABS Unit to Rear Brake Master Cylinder Hose. Applicability: Hypermotard 950 Model Year 2019-2021 (all model versions). The purpose of this technical service bulletin is to inform dealers and service managers of the availability of a new optional rear brake hose (ABS control unit to rear brake master cylinder). This is in response to reports of slight elongation of the rear brake lever stroke, from routine use. The bulletin further provides service procedures and parts data. This document has been redacted for sensitive pricing information.
Rear Brake System Update Summary. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels bulletin SRV-SRB-23-060 published on 12/19/2023. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the availability of new rear brake hoses intended to address wear of the brake lever stroke, resulting from routine use, over time.
Rear 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 intended to address wear of the brake lever stroke, resulting from routine use, over time.
Guided 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 bleed the front brake system of the various Ducati models. This bulletin further refers the reader to an attached diagnosis guide. The referenced guide/annex is available to NHTSA upon request.
Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, SRV-SRB-20-050 published on 11/24/2020. It provides dealers and service managers additional final drive chain care to ensure optimum performance and longevity for the chain. this includes cleaning, lubricating, inspecting and tension guidelines.
Procedure 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. The use of a prescribed leak trace powder is stressed. This bulletin includes service instructions.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation public data (complaints, manufacturer communications, investigations), model years 2010 and later. Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA.
In complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2010–2024, owners most often name: engine, fuel/propulsion system, vehicle speed control. 17 complaints are on record.
No. A complaint is an unverified report from an owner. A technical service bulletin (TSB) is the manufacturer telling dealers how to fix a known issue; it is not a safety recall and is usually covered only under warranty. A recall is a formal safety action, and its repair is free.
File a vehicle safety complaint at NHTSA.gov. NHTSA reads every report, and patterns of complaints are what open defect investigations and, eventually, recalls.