2008 Ducati 1098 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1098 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Ducati 1098. That ranks 2nd out of 2 1098 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (5 complaints, 71%), typically at around 4,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Ducati 1098 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 | 5 | 71% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 14% | 17,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Ducati 1098 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Problem: Ducati is recalling 7,130 my 2007-2008 1098, 1098s, 1098 tricolore, 1098r, and my 2008-2009 848 motorcycles. The motorcycle charging system may be adversely affected by engine heat and stop operating. This results in damage to the voltage regulator and ensuing battery discharge.
Risk: This can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the voltage regulator, install a heat guard between the voltage regulator and the engine exhaust system, and install a modified battery support. The recall will begin on december 24, 2008. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.
Power train
Problem: Ducati is recalling 3,614 my 2007-2008 1098, 1098s, and 1098 tricolore motorcycles. The rear drive sprocket can fail.
Risk: If the sprocket were to fail while the motorcycle is being driven, it is possible that the motorcycle will experience a sudden loss of power and/or the chain may become entangled with the chassis. This can result in a crash without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear drive sprocket. The recall began on june 25, 2008. Owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ducati 1098 motorcycle. The contact stated that the fuel tank swelled to more than three quarters its normal size. This failure caused fuel to leak out of the fuel tank. The contact believed the failure was caused by the ethanol used in gasoline. The vehicle was taken to…
Stalled while driving and would not start. Dealer found high pressure fuel hose in tank disconnected, dealer replaced fuel line. *tr
Stalled while driving and would not start. *tr
I purchased a '08 ducati sport classic sport 1000 in april 2009. It was used with 1,200 miles on it. Within 2 months of purchase the gas tank "spread". This means the plastic gas tank distorted it's shape enough to come completely off it's mount on the right side of the gas tank. Ducati is…
2008 ducati monster s2r 1000, plastic tank expands over time (about 3000 miles) to the point where it is completely off of the supports on the frame. There was a report of a ducati tank exploding in north carolina... Ducati agreed to replace my tank under their emissions warranty. However, what…
Other Ducati 1098 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 | 2 |
| 2007 1098 | 10 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ducati 1098?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, engine and engine cooling, fuel system, other problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Ducati 1098?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Ducati 1098 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1098 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.