2008 Ducati 1000GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1000GT years
- About as many complaints as other years 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Ducati 1000GT. That ranks 3rd out of 4 1000GT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (11 complaints, 92%), typically at around 2,850 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 12owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Ducati 1000GT problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 92% | 2,850 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 8% | 820 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Ducati 1000GT recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Ducati 1000GT.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Bike will stop running at any time, sometimes will not start. Same as 2007 recall. *tr
After less than 600 miles on my new ducati sport 1000s ,y fuel tank has warped, causing it to become loose. I have shimmed it after the first occurrence but the problem has become worse and the tank is again loose. I have contacted ducati of north america and the local dealer to no avail…
After approximately one year of ownership, the gas tank on my 2008 ducati gt1000 motorcycle expanded to the point where it was no longer secured by the mounting bosses and could easily be lifted off the frame. My local ducati dealer replaced the tank under warranty with another tank made of the…
Bought a 2008 ducati sportclassic sport 1000 in august of 2008. Was not informed by anyone (sales staff or ducati of north america) that there is a known issue with the plastic tanks deforming, bubbling, dimpling and/or leaking after being exposed to the gasoline used in n. America. 12 months later…
Motorcycle: 2008 ducati gt-1000. Plastic gas tank has deformed in shape, so that the tank does not fit securely in the mounting hardware. Possible cause is ethanol blended fuel and reaction with plastic material. Ducati is replacing tanks under warranty, but tanks are constructed with same material…
Other Ducati 1000GT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 1000GT | 13 | 0 |
| 2008 | 12 | 0 |
| 2007 1000GT | 23 | 0 |
| 2006 1000GT | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ducati 1000GT?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel system, other problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 11 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Ducati 1000GT?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Ducati 1000GT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1000GT model years, the 2008 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.