2016–2023 Ducati Xdiavel S, 2016–2023 Ducati Xdiavel STD Recall: Passenger backrest may break if it is installed incorrectly or used…
NHTSA campaign 23V820000 · Seats · filed Dec 6, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2023 XDiavel S and XDiavel STD motorcycles. The passenger backrest may break if it is installed incorrectly or used incorrectly by the passenger.
The risk
A broken passenger backrest may result in the passenger falling off the motorcycle, increasing the risk of injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect the passenger backrest installation, tighten the screws as necessary, and also apply a warning sticker on the component, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-23-005.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V820000 (manufacturer number SRV-RCL-23-005). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.