1998 Ducati ST2 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ST2 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Ducati ST2. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Ducati ST2 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 | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | 3,942 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Ducati ST2 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The front sprocket stop plate on the gearbox transmission shaft can come off damaging the chain.
Risk: This condition can the driver to lose control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front sprocket stop plate.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel lines inside the fuel tank can leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace this fuel line.
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 purchased a 1998 ducati st2 in may 2008 with 3946 miles on the odometer. I checked your site and found there was a recall notice for the fuel system hoses(99v048000). The original owner did not have any recall work performed. I made an appointment with my local ducati dealer to have the recall…
Alternator (stator) failed 3x in 2000 miles of vehicle operation - causes battery to discharge and engine to stop abruptly - repaired by dealer each time, other associated parts replaced also still the defect remains. Certainly seems to be design defect!
Motorcycle experiencing problem with the clutch. On one occasion dealer replaced the clutch, was unable to engage. At another incident a bolt broke inside the cutch area. Currently, vehicle experiencing a slippage, and dealer informed consumer that clutch needed to be replaced again. *ak *ml
Other Ducati ST2 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 3 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Ducati ST2?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Ducati ST2?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1998 Ducati ST2 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ST2 model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.