Recall 26V050 covers 1,440 2025-2026 Ducati Streetfighter V4 and Panigale V4 motorcycles for rear-brake-hose heat damage. Repair will be free once available.
Ducati is recalling 1,440 2025-2026 Streetfighter V4, Streetfighter V4 S, Panigale V4, and Panigale V4 S motorcycles because excessive heat can damage the rear brake hose between the ABS control unit and rear caliper. Sudden rear brake loss increases the risk of a crash or injury, and the Ducati dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
NHTSA campaign 26V050 involves the rear brake hose on 2025-2026 Ducati Streetfighter V4, Panigale V4, Streetfighter V4 S, and Panigale V4 S motorcycles. This hose carries pressurized brake fluid between the ABS control unit and the rear brake caliper. The ABS unit helps control brake pressure, and the rear caliper uses that pressure to slow the rear wheel.
On these motorcycles, a small section of the hose is not insulated well enough from exhaust manifold heat. Heat from the exhaust, combined with pressure inside the hose during braking, can damage the hose material. Ducati determined that the rigid thermal shield needs to be longer so it protects more of the hose from heat.
A rider can see early hose damage during a pre-ride check, or notice reduced rear brake performance before riding. If that damage is missed, the hose can fail suddenly and leak brake fluid. That can cause a sudden loss of the rear brake without another warning sign.
Who's affected?
Spans Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4 variants across the 2025 and 2026 model years, all tied to the hydraulic brake hose.
| 2026 Ducati Streetfighter V4 | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| 2025 Ducati Streetfighter V4 | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2026 Ducati Panigale V4 | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2025 Ducati Streetfighter V4 S | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2026 Ducati Panigale V4 S | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2026 Ducati Streetfighter V4 S | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 S | hydraulic brake hose |
| Units affected | 1,440 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A rear brake hose failure can cause sudden loss of rear brake function, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. During a pre-ride check, look for visible hose damage and loss of rear brake performance. If anything feels wrong, stop riding and contact the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ducati dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Ducati Streetfighter V4, Panigale V4, Streetfighter V4 S, or Panigale V4 S is included in this recall.
- Read the Ducati owner letter mailed March 9, 2026, and follow any interim instructions until Ducati opens the final repair.
- Contact a franchised Ducati dealer after the remedy opens to schedule the free thermal-shield replacement that protects the rear brake hose from excessive heat and sudden rear brake loss.
- Reference recall number 26V050 and Ducati recall SRV-RCL-26-001 when you call the dealer.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete, because sudden rear brake loss increases crash or injury risk.
What happens at the repair
Once Ducati opens the final dealer repair, a Ducati technician will replace the thermal shield to better protect the rear brake hose from excessive heat. The final dealer repair will be free once available, including parts and labor. Vehicles already repaired under recall 25V013 still need this new remedy completed. If you've already paid out of pocket for related thermal shield or rear brake hose work, Ducati's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring repair paperwork and receipts to the service desk when the repair is scheduled.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 28, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 3, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| February 3, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| February 10, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 3, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 9, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V050?
Recall 26V050 covers 1,440 2025-2026 Ducati Streetfighter V4, Streetfighter V4 S, Panigale V4, and Panigale V4 S motorcycles. Excessive heat can damage the rear brake hose between the ABS control unit and brake caliper, causing sudden loss of rear brake function. Ducati dealers will replace the thermal shield for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Ducati Streetfighter V4, Panigale V4, Streetfighter V4 S, or Panigale V4 S is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 26V050. If it is, contact a franchised Ducati dealer and ask when the thermal-shield replacement is available for your motorcycle. Reference recall 26V050 or Ducati recall SRV-RCL-26-001 when you call.
Is the Ducati recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ducati dealers will replace the thermal shield free of charge once the remedy is available for your motorcycle.
What is the safety risk in recall 26V050?
The safety risk is sudden loss of rear brake function. Ducati's filing says excessive heat can damage the rear brake hose between the ABS control unit and brake caliper, and that loss of rear braking increases the risk of a crash or injury.
What if my Ducati was repaired under recall 25V013?
You still need the new remedy if your VIN is included in recall 26V050. Ducati says this recall expands and replaces recall 25V013, and motorcycles repaired under the earlier recall need the new remedy completed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V050000 |
|---|---|
| Ducati customer service | 1-888-391-5446 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V050 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V050000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →