2007 Ducati Sport Classic Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 18, 2021 · 68 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sport Classic years
Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic. That ranks 2nd out of 2 Sport Classic model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (60 complaints, 88%), typically at around 3,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Ducati Sport Classic
My Ducati Paul Smart LE. Photo of a Ducati Paul Smart Limited Edition replica.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Livnay Associates, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 2007 Ducati Sport Classic problems

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

Fuel System, Gasoline60 · ~3,000 mi
Structure6 · ~4,279 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~9,795 mi
Fuel System, Other2 · ~4,800 mi
Electrical System1 · ~11,000 mi
Equipment1 · ~5,000 mi
Equipment Adaptive/mobility1 · ~16,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline problems6088%3,000“fuel tank” (60%)—
Structure69%4,279——
Fuel/propulsion System23%9,795——
Fuel System, Other23%4,800——
Electrical System11%11,000——
Equipment11%5,000——
Equipment Adaptive/mobility11%16,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2009, with 23 complaints
2007: 1200712008: 132008132009: 232009232010: 182010182011: 102011102012: 1201212015: 1201512021: 120211

n = 68 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Ducati Sport Classic recalls (1)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsJan 24, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V017000 · 817 vehicles

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.

The stock plastic gas tank expanded and it comes out of it's intended position.

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jan 18, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11388630

2007 ducati sport 1000s - gas tank has been deformed. It no longer sits properly in the mounting points on the side. It has expanded beyond the point of sitting properly in the mounting points in the front. The tank now rests unsecured on the frame and will shift and teeter from side to side while…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jul 19, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10735046

Gas tank deformed and was loose. Had it replaced once by the dealer. Now two years later the replaced tank is deformed and will be loose. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Mar 12, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10451329

The fuel tank on my motorcycle has spread and distorted enough that it has fallen off the frame of the motorcycle. While riding the motorcycle at normal highway speed, wind will actually lift the fuel tank up and the rider must hold it in place so it does not separate completely from the vehicle. I…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Nov 17, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10436164

Fuel tank is spreading and is now loose on it's mounts. Possible for it to lift at the front of the tank. This is unsafe as it could come loose while driving/riding and cause a serious accident or loss of control. Also poses a risk of having fuel leaking either while riding or parked which i could…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Sep 7, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10424029

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2007681
2006 Sport Classic751

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, structure, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 60 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 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 2007 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 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.