2009 Ducati 1198S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 1198S years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Ducati 1198S. That ranks 2nd out of 2 1198S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 4,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Ducati 1198S 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 50% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 50% | 2,186 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Ducati 1198S recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, other:delivery:fuel pump
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 motorcycles. The fuel hose may become disconnected from the fuel pump which could result in engine stalling and a fuel leak.
Risk: Stalling can cause a crash and a fuel leak can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and if required replace and reposition the fuel hose retaining clamp free of charge. The recall began on october 19, 2009. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.
Structure:frame and members
Problem: Ducati is recalling 732 model year 2009 1198 s, 1098 r, and f1098 s streetfighter motorcycles. The right fork may have possible cracking a deformation at the right-hand side fork bottom wheel axle pinch bolt area.
Risk: Cracking of the fork may lead to a loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners and repair the affected motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 16, 2009. Owners may contact ducati toll-free at 1-800-231-6696.
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.
After purchasing a 2009 ducati 1198s on 8/3/2018, i discovered that the motorcycle had 2 open safety recalls. I took the motorcycle to a ducati dealer to perform the recalls. The dealer told me that 1 of the recalls (nhtsa #09v-170; manufacturer #rcl-09-003) is not needed and that the other recall…
There are many, many people with faulty radiators on the early 848/1098/1198 series bikes. The radiator fails in the top left hand corner bracket, causing coolant to come out of the left hand side fairing. Everyone's seems to fail in the exact same place. Ducati changed the radiator to a new…
Other Ducati 1198S years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 1198S | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ducati 1198S?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Ducati 1198S?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Ducati 1198S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 1198S model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.