2007 Ducati Sport Classic Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic, 88% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 3,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “fuel tank” (60% of reports).
- 60fuel system, gasoline complaints
- 3,000median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel tank: mentioned in 36 of 60 complaints (60%)
- Mounting brackets: mentioned in 8 of 60 complaints (13%)
- Bolt rear: mentioned in 5 of 60 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 52 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 60 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 1 an injury.
Ducati Sport Classic fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Sport Classic | 60 | 88% | 3,000 |
| 2006 Sport Classic | 67 | 89% | 4,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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
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 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…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2007 Ducati Sport Classics have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 60 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic (88% of the 68 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 1 safety recall list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems start?
The median reported mileage is 3,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel tank”, in 36 of 60 complaints, followed by “mounting brackets” (8).
See all 2007 Ducati Sport Classic problems or fuel system, gasoline problems across all Sport Classic years.