2006 Ducati Sport Classic Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sport Classic years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Ducati Sport Classic. That is the most of any Sport Classic model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (67 complaints, 89%), typically at around 4,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 75owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Ducati Sport Classic 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 problems | 67 | 89% | 4,000 | “fuel tank” (55%) | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 5 | 7% | 3,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 5% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 3% | 7,323 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | 4,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 7,400 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1% | 20,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Ducati Sport Classic recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the fasteners from the fuel line to the fuel filler were not tightened properly. The fuel pump hose inside the fuel tank may separate from the fuel filter. This condition will stop the engine from running.
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 to fuel filter hose and fasteners to prevent the engine from stopping. The recall began on february 21, 2007. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-424-9153.
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.
I was sending in a complaint due to the fact that i have read that there was lawsuit regarding the gas tanks expanding on ducati's. I wanted information on how to go about getting mine replaced. *tr
The gas tank has expanded to the point that it does not stay in the holding brackets. The tank is loose and is a dangerous driving hazard. Ducati is replacing the tank with the exact same material which does not solve the problem. A tank made out of the same material will result in the same problem…
Fuel tank of said 2006 ducati sport classic, 1.) fuel tank has expanded no longer fitting into the brackets that hold the fuel tank securely in place. (fuel tank would move about) 2.) fuel tank developed deformation along the top portion of the fuel tank approximately a 10 mm in length area (left…
On october 28, 2011, while operating my 2006 ducati sportclassic i noticed that the fuel tank was loose towards the forward part of the fuel tank. Upon further inspection, i observed that the fuel tank was no longer secured by either the left-side or right-side mounting brackets attached to the…
Noted fuel leaking where fuel pump housing attaches to composite fuel tank. Fuel pump housing, connections, and fittings have never been removed or altered in any way, shape, or form by the owner of the vehicle (owned 4/12/2007 to present). Issue appears be related to composite (non-metallic) fuel…
Other Ducati Sport Classic years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Sport Classic | 68 | 1 |
| 2006 | 75 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ducati Sport Classic?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel system, other, structure problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 67 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Ducati Sport Classic?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Ducati Sport Classic a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sport Classic model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.