Brake switch for rear wheel that turns rear brake light on breaks easily causing brake light failure when rear brake is engaged.
The worst 2021 Ducati Scrambler problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
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- Brakes1
Recalls 2
Exterior lighting: turn signal
- What is wrong
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Scrambler 800 Night Shift motorcycles. The front and rear turn signal lights may not flash brightly enough. As such, these motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Turn signal lights that aren't bright enough can reduce other driver's ability to see that the turn signals have been activated, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front and rear turn signals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1‑888‑391‑5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-009.
Recall number 21V361000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Scrambler 1100 motorcycles. The exhaust valve cable could contact the main positive battery wire and potentially short-circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short-circuit increases the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new cable guide and self-locking cable tie to the exhaust valve cable, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1‑888‑391‑5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-20-003.
Recall number 20V781000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Ducati Scrambler 21
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Tips & Tricks Revision 02 Summary
- Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks
- Rear Brake System Update Summary
- Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding
- Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions
- Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models
- Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning
- Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine
- Tips and Tricks Revision 4 Summary
- Overview of Rear Brake System Updates
What 2021 Ducati Scrambler owners say
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Questions about the 2021 Ducati Scrambler
Is the 2021 Ducati Scrambler reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2021 Ducati Scrambler, fewer than a typical Scrambler model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Ducati Scrambler?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ducati Scrambler have?
2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and engine and engine cooling.
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