2005 Ducati Monster 620 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 28, 2011 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2005 Ducati Monster 620. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 22,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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

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Most common 2005 Ducati Monster 620 problems

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

Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~22,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline1100%22,000——

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

2005 Ducati Monster 620 recalls (2)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpSep 28, 2006 · NHTSA campaign 06V373000 · 402 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump and ignition relays installed during production could be defective. This can cause the instrument panel to stop functioning and the engine to stop.

Risk: If the engine stopped while the motorcycle was being driven, it could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump and igntion relays. The recall is expected to begin during october 2006. Owners may contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.

Suspension:front:shock absorberMay 13, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V219000 · 117 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the incorrect rear shock absorber rocker arm was installed during production.

Risk: The incorrect component could potentially fail causing the vehicle to crash without prior warning.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear shock absorber rocker arm and replace it if necessary free of charge. The recall began on june 15, 2005. Owners may contact ducati at 408-253-0499.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Fuel leak at pump/tank interface (PE10045) — opened Nov 4, 2010, closed Feb 28, 2011, led to recall 11V020000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. The outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch. Previously it opened and closed without problems, now i…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Dec 5, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10294608

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Ducati Monster 620?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Ducati Monster 620?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2005 Ducati Monster 620 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Monster 620 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.