Recall 23V820000: 2016–2023 Ducati Xdiavel S, 2016–2023 Ducati Xdiavel STD

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Dec 6, 2023
Vehicles affected: 2,906
Models: 2
Initiated by: Manufacturer

The problem

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2023 XDiavel S and XDiavel STD motorcycles. The passenger backrest may break if it is installed incorrectly or used incorrectly by the passenger.

The risk

A broken passenger backrest may result in the passenger falling off the motorcycle, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the passenger backrest installation, tighten the screws as necessary, and also apply a warning sticker on the component, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-23-005.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

2016 Ducati Xdiavel S
2017 Ducati Xdiavel S
2018 Ducati Xdiavel S
2019 Ducati Xdiavel S
2020 Ducati Xdiavel S
2021 Ducati Xdiavel S
2022 Ducati Xdiavel S
2023 Ducati Xdiavel S
2016 Ducati Xdiavel STD
2017 Ducati Xdiavel STD
2018 Ducati Xdiavel STD
2019 Ducati Xdiavel STD
2020 Ducati Xdiavel STD
2021 Ducati Xdiavel STD
2022 Ducati Xdiavel STD
2023 Ducati Xdiavel STD

Details

NHTSA campaign: 23V820000
Manufacturer campaign: SRV-RCL-23-005
Manufacturer: Ducati North America
Owner letters: Jan 19, 2024
Components: Seats:motorcycle (Seats & Seat Belts)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology