There is an on going and very widely known issue with the ducati supersport 939 s & non-s models - vibrating mirrors. When throttling to speeds of 30+MPH on the street and freeways the vibrating issue starts to happen. I have already expressed concern to the dealership and a replacement fix for it was issued but still not resolved. The fact that that mirrors are not stable under normal operating conditions means they do not comply with USA, eu or u.k. Vehicle regulations. The loss of rearward vision is classed as a serious safety issue. There is a whole discussion regarding this issue on the ducati supersport 939 forums. Link: "https://www.ducatisupersport939.net/threads/mirror-vibration-satisfaction.9730/page-10."
The worst 2018 Ducati Supersport problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Visibility3
- Brakes1
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- Visibility3
- Brakes1
Recalls 4
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Monster 797, Monster 1200, Supersport, 2016-2020 XDiavel, and 2018-2020 Monster 821 motorcycles. Air may permeate the rear brake system.
- Risk
- Air in the system may reduce effectiveness of the rear brakes, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1‑888‑391‑5446.
Recall number 21V315000 · Recall details
Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ducati Monster 1200, Monster 821, SuperSport and SuperSport S motorcycles. The shift lever may have been incorrectly assembled, possibly resulting in the shift knob detaching from the lever.
- Risk
- If the shift knob detaches, the rider may not be able to shift gears, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the gear lever shift knob tightness, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1‑888‑391‑5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-18-007.
Recall number 18V835000 · Recall details
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
- What is wrong
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Ducati Supersport motorcycles. Vibrations may distort the images in the mirrors, reducing the driver's visibility.
- Risk
- Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mirrors with new mirrors, free of charge. The recall began January 28, 2019. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1‑888‑391‑5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-18-005.
Recall number 18V793000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ducati Supersport, and Supersport S motorcycles. The Airbox blow-by and fuel tank overfill hoses may be routed too close to the exhaust manifold, which may cause the hoses to melt.
- Risk
- If the hoses melt, it can cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hose routing and correct as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1‑888‑391‑5446.
Recall number 18V371000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Ducati Supersport 36
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks
- Rear Brake System Update Summary
- 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
- Overview of Rear Brake System Updates (USA). Applicability: All Models
- Overview of Rear Brake System Updates
What 2018 Ducati Supersport owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Can't see objects in the mirrors when riding. Shaky and blurry objects
The rear view mirrors were replaced for the federal safety agency campaign id no. 18v‑793 recall. The recall did not fix the problem. The mirror problems still persist and there was no change in the problem. They perform the same as before the recall replacement.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 ducati supersport. The contact stated that he had to bleed the rear brakes three times within the past year. The contact researched the failure online and found that the brake line ran too close to the catalytic converter. The contact stated that the rear brake cable had hydraulic fluid in it, which became hot and caused air to enter. The failure caused the rear brakes to malfunction. Az motorcycles (15500 north hayden road, scottsdale, az 85260, (480) 609-1800) serviced the brakes, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer stated that there was no failure and suggested that the contact continue to bring the vehicle in for service. The failure mileage was 1,386.
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Questions about the 2018 Ducati Supersport
Is the 2018 Ducati Supersport reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2018 Ducati Supersport, close to a typical Supersport model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Ducati Supersport?
Windows, wipers and visibility, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Ducati Supersport have?
4 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, power train and visibility.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Ducati Supersport visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 18V793000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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