Ducati Monster 696 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 26 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Ducati Monster 696, across 6 model years (2005–2012). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
Ducati Monster 696 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Monster 696 year: 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Monster 696: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 Monster 696: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 Monster 696: 5 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 Monster 696 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 18 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Ducati Monster 696 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Monster 696 | 1 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2009 Monster 696 | 5 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2008 Monster 696 | 7 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2007 Monster 696 | 11 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 Monster 696 | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2005 Monster 696 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Ducati Monster 696 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Monster 696 year. 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 Monster 696?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 18 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Ducati Monster 696 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.