2009 Ducati 1198 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1198 years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Ducati 1198. That is the most of any 1198 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 3,003 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Ducati 1198 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 | 2 | 40% | 3,003 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 20% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 20% | 7,473 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 20% | 1,250 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20% | 7,473 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 20% | 5,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Ducati 1198 recalls (1)
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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Problem: Ducati 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.
Risk: Any 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.
Fix: Dealers 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.
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.
The ducati 1198 and previous models were recalled due to faulty mounting of voltage regulator (it requires additional heat shielding). I never received rcl-08-005 (nhtsa number 08v-638). I was driving home at night and the headlights, dash lights, and all other marker lights went out. I was struck…
Since purchasing my 2009 ducati 1198 i have had to replace the fuel tank three times. The fuel tank is expanding to the point where it has begun leaking onto the motor and exhaust system. Also the handle bars are hitting the tank causing issues with drivability. *tr
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…
Fuel tank expansion well beyond spec tolerance, impacting steering dampener 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. *tr
The gas tank started to deform then it started to seep gas
Other Ducati 1198 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 1198 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 5 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ducati 1198?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Ducati 1198?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Ducati 1198 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1198 model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.