Ducati 999S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Ducati 999S, across 2 model years (2003–2004). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Ducati 999S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No 999S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 999S: 3 complaints, 1 recall
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 999S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ducati 999S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 999S | 3 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2003 999S | 0 | 2 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ducati 999S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (3). 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 999S?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Ducati 999S have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.