Recall 18V835 affects 2,742 2017-2019 Ducati Supersport, Monster 821, and Monster 1200 motorcycles with loose shift knobs. Repair is free at franchised Ducati dealers.
Ducati is recalling 2,742 2017-2019 Supersport, Monster 821, and Monster 1200 motorcycles because the shift lever was assembled incorrectly and the shift knob can detach from the lever. If that happens, the rider can lose the ability to shift gears, which raises crash risk; Ducati dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The shift lever on 2017-2019 Ducati Supersport, Monster 821, and Monster 1200 motorcycles is the foot-operated lever the rider uses to select gears. The knob at the end gives the rider's boot a solid contact point. Each shift depends on that knob staying fixed to the lever.
On affected motorcycles, the knob was not secured tightly enough during assembly. The fit between the knob and lever was too loose, or the pin was not peened correctly. Peening means deforming the end of the pin so it locks the parts together. When that joint is weak, the pin can move, the knob can rotate or loosen while riding, and the rider can lose the ability to change gears.
Before failure, the warning sign is rotation of the shift knob at the end of the gear lever. If you feel the knob turning under your boot, the shift lever assembly has begun to loosen.
Who's affected?
Spans 3 Ducati models across 2017-2019, all tied to the manual transmission component.
| 2017 Ducati Supersport | manual transmission |
|---|---|
| 2017 Ducati Monster 821 | manual transmission |
| 2018 Ducati Supersport | manual transmission |
| 2017 Ducati Monster 1200 | manual transmission |
| 2018 Ducati Monster 1200 | manual transmission |
| 2019 Ducati Supersport | manual transmission |
| 2019 Ducati Monster 1200 | manual transmission |
| 2018 Ducati Monster 821 | manual transmission |
| 2019 Ducati Monster 821 | manual transmission |
| Units affected | 2,742 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A detached shift knob can leave the rider unable to shift gears, which increases crash risk. If the knob rotates at the end of the gear lever, stop riding until a Ducati dealer checks the lever. Schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ducati dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2019 Ducati Supersport, Monster 821, or Monster 1200 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the free shift-lever inspection and shift-knob replacement that fixes the detaching knob.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 18V835 when you call.
- Avoid riding if the shift knob is loose or missing; ask the Ducati dealer about transport before moving the motorcycle.
- Call Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446 with questions about the recall or repair timing.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ducati technician checks the gear lever shift knob for proper tightness. If the knob is loose or has been incorrectly assembled, the technician replaces it as needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Ducati has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid out of pocket for this same repair before the recall work was completed. Bring repair paperwork and payment documentation to the Ducati service desk, or contact Ducati customer service to start the reimbursement review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 27, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 14, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| May 9, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| May 10, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 22, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V835?
Recall 18V835 covers 2,742 2017-2019 Ducati Supersport, Monster 821, and Monster 1200 motorcycles with a shift lever assembly problem. The shift knob can detach from the lever, leaving the rider unable to shift gears and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2017-2019 Ducati Supersport, Monster 821, or Monster 1200 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 18V835. If it is, contact a franchised Ducati dealer to schedule the gear lever shift knob inspection. The dealer will replace the shift knob if needed, free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ducati dealers will inspect the gear lever shift knob tightness and replace the shift knob as needed for free.
Is it safe to ride before the Ducati recall repair?
The safety risk is loss of gear shifting if the shift knob detaches. Ducati has not issued a do-not-drive order for this recall, but if the shift knob feels loose or separates from the lever, stop riding and contact a Ducati dealer.
What if I bought my Ducati motorcycle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall repairs follow the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then reference recall 18V835 when you call a franchised Ducati dealer or Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V835000 |
|---|---|
| Ducati customer service | 1-888-391-5446 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V835 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V835000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →