2003 Ducati 749S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 749S years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2003 Ducati 749S so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 0owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
2003 Ducati 749S recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the front brake hose can become trapped between the lower steering flange and the steering lock peg when the vehicle is cornering.
Risk: This condition could cause a loss of front brake fluid pressure and damage to the brake hose, which could rupture causing front brake failure. This could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a retaining clip on the front brake hose. The recall is expected to begin during december 2004. Owners should contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Certain motorcycles, a significant quantity of oil lubricant can leak on to the rear wheel and tire from the oil cooler.
Risk: Oil leakage can cause dangerous riding conditions which could lead to injury or a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the oil cooler and replace it if necessary. The recall began on december 5, 2004. Owners should contact ducati at 408-343-4411.
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.
Other Ducati 749S years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 749S | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ducati 749S?
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Ducati 749S?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Ducati 749S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 749S model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.