2009 Ducati Monster 696 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Monster 696 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Ducati Monster 696. That ranks 3rd out of 6 Monster 696 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 40%), typically at around 155 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Ducati Monster 696 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 40% | 155 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 20% | 1,800 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 20% | 2,100 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 20% | 3,100 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Ducati Monster 696 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: Ducati is recalling 1,755 my 2009 monster 696 motorcycles. The main wiring harness may come in contact with the vertical cylinder head and exhaust pipe possibly resulting in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider.
Risk: Any damage to the harness may lead to loss of functionality of the motorcycle's lighting system or an unexpected loss of engine performance, and thereby increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will check for interference between the main wiring harness and the vertical cylinder head and exhaust pipe. Dealers will reposition and fasten the main wiring harness to the frame free of charge. The recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact ducati at 800-231-6696.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Plastic gas tank expansion resulted in the tank being fused to the bike. Ducati north america refused to cover the issue even though there is a class action lawsuit filed.
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 ducati monster 696. The contact stated that while driving into his garage he noticed fuel leaking out of the vehicle and leaking on him. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure or reenact it. The manufacturer was not contacted. The…
While riding on my 2009 ducati monster 696 motorcycle, i noticed a rubbing sound and felt a sensation of oscillation. When i finally stopped the vehicle, i noticed that the front sprocket of the chaindrive slipped on the transmission spline causing the chain to run out of alignment and acted as a…
I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW DUCATI MONSTER 696 MOTORCYCLE SEPTEMBER 12 2009 FROM ATLANTA MOTOR WORLD 1275 UPPER HEMBREE RD ROSWELL, GA 30076 [redacted] WWW. ATLANTAMOTORWORLD.COM. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL IS DIGITAL AND BEGAN FOGGING UP WITHIN THE FIRST WEEK OF MY OWNING IT. THIS BIKE HAS NEVER BEEN WET…
2009 ducati monster 1100 has shut off (not stalled) while driving at speed (15 - 30 mph) on 3 separate occasions causing the rear wheel to lock and the bike to skid until the clutch is disengaged. Bike restarts instantly which seems to indicate that an electrical problem (bad contact?) is causing…
Other Ducati Monster 696 years
← 2008 Monster 696 · 2012 Monster 696 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Monster 696 | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 | 5 | 1 |
| 2008 Monster 696 | 7 | 0 |
| 2007 Monster 696 | 11 | 0 |
| 2006 Monster 696 | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 Monster 696 | 0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ducati Monster 696?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Ducati Monster 696?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 Ducati Monster 696 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Monster 696 model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.