2011 Ducati 1198 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 29, 2014 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 1198 years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Ducati 1198. That ranks 2nd out of 2 1198 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Ducati 1198 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1 · ~5,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%5,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2011 Ducati 1198 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Ducati 1198.

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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 starter clutch in many ducati 848 / 1098 and 1198 sport bikes fail prematurely around 4 - 6 k miles and again when being repaired. This happened to me 3 times by now. If not acknowledged and repaired it can cause the entire engine to fail at any speed and block the rear tire. There are many…

Power Train · received Aug 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10629496

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201110
2009 119851

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ducati 1198?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Ducati 1198?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 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 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.