2003 Ducati MTS 1000 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MTS 1000 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Ducati MTS 1000. That ranks 3rd out of 3 MTS 1000 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,061 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Ducati MTS 1000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 100% | 5,061 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2003 Ducati MTS 1000 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: Ducati is recalling certain model year 2006 multistrada 620, model year 2003-2006, multistrada 1000, and model year 2007-2009, multistrada 1100 motorcycles. Fuel leakage can occur at the fuel tank pump flange seal.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump o-ring with an updated part free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact ducati at 800-231-6696.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the oil cooler delivery and return hose could leak oil.
Risk: This leakage condition could direct oil to the rear wheel and tire, which can cause the vehicle to crash without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the oil cooler delivery and return lines free of charge. The recall began on april 8, 2005. Owners may contact ducati motorcycles 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.
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 fuel tank expanded and also has slight leakage onto rear wheel due to deformation preventing seal. Tank now too long to fit back onto motorcycle (expanded about 3/4"). Mounting system no longer operable with this oversized tank. *js
Other Ducati MTS 1000 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 MTS 1000 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 MTS 1000 | 19 | 2 |
| 2003 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ducati MTS 1000?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Ducati MTS 1000?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Ducati MTS 1000 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MTS 1000 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.