Ducati 916 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Ducati 916, across 4 model years (1995–1998). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Ducati 916 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 916 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Ducati 916 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Ducati 916 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 916 | 1 | 1 | — | Tires | |
| 1997 916 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1996 916 | 1 | 2 | — | Steering | |
| 1995 916 | 0 | 5 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ducati 916 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1998 (1), 1996 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Ducati 916?
Steering, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Ducati 916 have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.