Ducati 1198

Model 1198 made by Ducati got 19 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 2 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to exterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline and service brakes, hydraulic. Technical service bulletines regarding power train, steering. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .

Model 2009

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY
09V170000DUCATI NORTH AMERICAfrom 01/13/2009 to 03/27/2009V (Vehicle)154906/03/2009MFRDUCATI NORTH AMERICA05/20/200905/20/2009
Defect SummaryDucati is recalling 1,549 my 2009 1198, 1198 s, 1098 r, 848 and my 2010 f1098 streetfighter and streetfighter s motorcycles. these motorcycles may experience fuel leakage from the fuel line at the fuel injector connection. the plastic fitting between fuel injector and hose can warp or break which could possibly result in a potential hazard to the rider and possible damage to the motorcycle.
Consequence SummaryAny damage to the fuel line may lead to an increased risk of fire or an unexpected loss of engine performance, the thereby increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the affected injector components free of charge. the safety recall began on june 3, 2009. to locate your nearest authorized ducati dealer, you may go to www.ducatiusa.com and select the dealer locator or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.
NotesDucati recall no. rcl-09-003.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
SVC-09-00905/05/200910029886Ducati motorcycle: the gear selector mechanism applicable to all ducati model motorcycles equipped with 2v/4v engines has been revised due to difficulty in selecting a gear and gear selector was set incorrectly. no model years listed.07/16/2009
STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR
SVC-09-00905/05/200910029886Ducati motorcycle: the gear selector mechanism applicable to all ducati model motorcycles equipped with 2v/4v engines has been revised due to difficulty in selecting a gear and gear selector was set incorrectly. no model years listed.07/16/2009

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
01/14/20127473
 Brakes: rear brake master cylinder was previously replaced in 2011, rear brakes malfunctioned once again jan 2011...rear brake lines were bled to rule out air trapped in the brake line, only to discover brake fluid leaking from the rubber tube which feeds into the top of the brake master...in addition, the rubber grommet that seats into the rear master free-rotates in place. ducati dealership will be replacing the rear master a second time under warranty, but i fear the cause is not being addressed! lighting: front headlights have water condensation built up inside the headlights, causing limited visibility during night time. ducatiusa declined replacing it under warranty, but the dealership was glad to offer to replace headlights at msrp+labor costs. the bike has otherwise been pleasure to own and ride.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
08/18/2011506
 Fuel tank expansion well beyond spec tolerance, impacting steering dampner mount and further pressing against the front suspension. bike was maintained by original owner and always refilled from reputable gas stations and only used 92 or 93 octane premium fuel.
02/15/20115500
 The gas tank started to deform then it started to seep gas
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
01/14/20127473
 Brakes: rear brake master cylinder was previously replaced in 2011, rear brakes malfunctioned once again jan 2011...rear brake lines were bled to rule out air trapped in the brake line, only to discover brake fluid leaking from the rubber tube which feeds into the top of the brake master...in addition, the rubber grommet that seats into the rear master free-rotates in place. ducati dealership will be replacing the rear master a second time under warranty, but i fear the cause is not being addressed! lighting: front headlights have water condensation built up inside the headlights, causing limited visibility during night time. ducatiusa declined replacing it under warranty, but the dealership was glad to offer to replace headlights at msrp+labor costs. the bike has otherwise been pleasure to own and ride.
STRUCTURE - BODY
02/15/20115500
 The gas tank started to deform then it started to seep gas