Ducati Monster S4 R 2006

Model Monster S4 R made in 2006 by Ducati got 31 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 4 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to fuel system, gasoline. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and power train. The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline).

Model 2006

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
68404/27/200610020440Main wirin harnes for monster s4 models from 2003-2006. ducati. *kb10/05/2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
SVC-11-02212/15/201110042829Ducati motorcycle: information being provided regarding improper coupling of tank rubber pads onto frame and the difficult use of front closing tank hook due to fuel tank expansion. *pe01/17/2012
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

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
PE10045DUCATI NORTH AMERICA11/04/201002/28/2011Fuel leak at pump/tank interface11V020000
 After opening this pe, we met with subject owners, dealers, and ducati north america personnel.we learned that the subject leakage is limited to the multistrada line alone and is unrelated to composite fuel tank deformation.rather it stems from the inability of the original sealing o-ring to conform to the tank's relatively rough sealing surface.recall 11v-020 provides a new x section o-ring to address the multistrada issue and with that recall, this pe is closed for the multistrada.meanwhile, unlike the multistrada, the monster line fails to exhibit a current safety defect trend and, on that basis, this pe is closed for those models as well.
PE10045DUCATI NORTH AMERICA11/04/2010Fuel Tank Leak
 Ducati is using a composite material in constructing fuel tanks on some motorcycle models.in some instances (the sport classic series, for example) the tank simply deforms but does not leak.however, leaks have been alleged in the subject fuel tanks when tank deformation compromises the o-ring seal between the tank and fuel pump.some owners report a pooling of fuel below the bike and/or on the engine when this occurs.web forums, too, are rife with related postings.most owners suspect the tank material is not compatiple with the ethanol found in today's highway vehicle gasoline.to learn more about this issue, odi is conducting this preliminary evaluation.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
12/01/201011556
 2006 ducati monster s2r gas tank is expanding and flexing. eventual failure would lead to fuel leaking onto hot engine and exhaust parts.
02/22/20117127
 My motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. previously it opened and closed without problems, now i have to wedge it against the ignition switch to close it. the rubber mounts no longer sit on the frame. i have not significantly modified my motorcycle except for an aftermarket exhaust and some cosmetic changes. i have made no modifications to the fuel tank or fuel pump. i took the bike to the dealer (hattar motorsports) who submitted a claim to ducati north america (the importer/factory). i have been told it will be replaced. i am very concerned as to the safety of this motorcycle now. the tank's swelling has made it so the handlebars do not turn correctly. if the tank swells enough, it will split open and i am concerned this will happen while i am riding
12/01/201012000
 Plastic fuel tank swelling.
11/01/20106100
 I own a 2006 ducati monster s2r-1000 (purchased new 11/2006), and it has a plastic gas tank that has become distorted from its original shape. my fuel tank has become distorted on the left/ right sides of the tank in the area where my knees touch the tank. there is some type of demformation around the gas cap, which is causing the paint to crack. the rubber pucks, which are on the bottom of the tank, support the tank on the frame. the pucks no longer sit correctly on the frame, and the tank does not sit securely on the frame.
10/01/2009950
 I have a 2006 ducati monster s2r1000 with approximately 2500 miles on it. my motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. previously it opened and closed without problems, now i have to wedge it against the ignition switch to close it. the rubber mounts no longer sit on the frame. i have made no modifications to the fuel tank or fuel pump. the bike is completely stock. i am very concerned as to the safety of this motorcycle now. the tank's swelling has made it so the handlebars do not turn correctly. if the tank swells enough, it will split open and i am concered this will happen while i am riding. as well i fear this may be a fire hazard as gas could spill out while riding. i asked the local ducati dealer about the problem and they infromed me that the only way that they could replace or look at is if has already started to leak fuel, which mine has not yet.
06/22/20105000
 Plastic gas tank expanding on ducati monster s2r1000. tank has not ruptured or failed yet, but continued expansion could cause damage.
06/20/201012000
 The plastic gas tank on my motorcycle is swelling, causing it to not fit properly on the frame anymore. it is also interfering with the ignition switch and tank latch mechanism. there is also cosmetic damage (ripples) on the side of the tank. am worried that tank will eventually fail or leak.
03/01/20103400
 The gas tank on my 2006 ducati monster s2r has expanded in both width and length. the larger dimensions now allow the handlebars to hit the tank which could cause a loss of control/crash. another worrisome issue with an ever-expanding plastic gas tank is the fact that it sits in your lap while riding. not really where i would want a sudden expulsion of flammable liquid onto a hot engine when the tank splits open.
12/04/200995001
 My motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. the outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars nearly hit it on turning, and it nearly presses against the ignition switch. the rubber mounts no longer sit on the frame - they each sit out 1/4 to 1/2. i have not significantly modified my motorcycle except for an aftermarket exhaust and some cosmetic changes. i have made no modifications to the fuel tank or fuel pump. i took the bike to the dealer who adjusted the tank and thought it was simply out of adjustment. i am very concerned as to the safety of this motorcycle now. the tank's swelling has made it so the handlebars do not turn correctly. if the tank swells enough, it will split open and i am concerned this will happen while i am riding. *tr
11/10/200980001
 Recently found that my fuel tank on my 2006 ducati monster s2r 800 motorcycle has expanded and is becoming deformed causing contact between latch and ignition switch. also found that the tank no longer properly rests on the frame. *tr
06/01/200970001
 Fuel tank distortion on my 06 ducati s2r. *tr
01/22/200925001
 Vehicle: 2006ducati monster s2r 1000(not listed in the following list). within the past 6 months, the stock plastic tank on my motorcycle is expanding and deforming. the tank no longer sits correctly on the frame, the handle bars hit the tank preventing full range of motion. also the hold-down latch is pressed against the ignition switch preventing proper removal to access the under tank components, battery, air filter. i have not modified my motorcycle, nor it's fuel system or fuel pump, located inside the tank. i took my bike to an authorized dealer who submitted a claim to ducati north america, and was denied a replacement. no reason was given. i have this documented on a service receipt. i am concerned about the safety of the bike. not only does the handle bars prevent proper turning radius, but the lock can no longer engage. furthermore, the fuel pump flange is located directly above an exhaust header, should the warpage break the seal around the pump flange, gasoline would land on the hot pipe. *tr