Summary
The Ducati XDiavel has 8 recalls covering the 2016–2018 model years, with the most serious being a loose final drive pulley retaining nut on 2016–2017 models that can cause the rear wheel to lose drive power entirely while riding, raising the risk of a crash.
The same 2016–2017 production window also has a side stand plate fastening screw that can work loose, allowing the stand to drop while the bike is in motion, which can stall the engine. On 2018 models, the side stand spring retaining pin can break, causing the stand to fall open during a ride and stall the engine without warning.
There are also two lower-severity side stand structural issues. All 2016–2018 models have a side stand bracket that can fatigue under load and fail, causing the parked motorcycle to fall and potentially injure anyone nearby. This overlaps with a 2016-specific recall where the side stand can break and the motorcycle can fall while stationary.
Rounding out the 2016 model year, air can seep into the rear brake system over time, reducing rear braking effectiveness and extending stopping distances. A 2016 passenger backrest can crack and break if improperly installed or used, causing a passenger to suddenly lose back support mid-ride.
