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Ducati 1198Model year report

2009 Ducati 1198 Problems

Complaints
5filed with NHTSA
Median mileage
5,500miles, 5 complaints with mileage
Recalls
1campaigns on record
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

Sources: NHTSA records for the 2009 Ducati 1198 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error

NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2009 Ducati 1198. The part named most often is fuel system, with 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 5,500 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 24 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.

This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.

Which parts are reported most

Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.

Example complaints

Fuel system: “Since purchasing my 2009 Ducati 1198 I have had to replace the fuel tank three times. The fuel tank is expanding to the point where it has begun leaking onto the motor and exhaust system. Also the handle bars are hitting the tank causing issues with drivability.”

NHTSA complaint #10566648, filed 2014-03, 1,250 miles

Brakes: “Brakes: rear brake master cylinder was previously replaced in 2011, rear brakes malfunctioned once again jan 2011...rear brake lines were bled to rule out air trapped in the brake line, only to discover brake fluid leaking from the rubber tube which feeds into the top of the brake master...in addition, the rubber grommet that seats into the rear master free-rotates in place. Ducati dealership will be replacing the rear master a second time under warranty, but I fear the cause is not being addressed! …”

NHTSA complaint #10444606, filed 2012-01, 7,473 miles

Electrical system: “The Ducati 1198 and previous models were recalled due to faulty mounting of voltage regulator (it requires additional heat shielding). I never received rcl-08-005 (NHTSA number 08v-638). I was driving home at night and the headlights, dash lights, and all other marker lights went out. I was struck from side by a driver who did not see me, but left the scene of the accident immediately. I was unable to catch the driver and my leg was crushed between the car and my motorcycle. Ducati is unwilling to perform any repairs on my vehicle, the dealer is unaware of the recall and Ducati s.p.a. …”

NHTSA complaint #10573880, filed 2014-03, 9,000 miles

Mileage when problems were reported

100% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,250 and 7,473 miles.

100%0–100%10–250%25–500%50–750%75–1000%100–1500%150+
Share of complaints by mileage when the problem was reported, in thousands of miles (5 complaints with mileage). Red bars: under 50,000 miles. Bucket widths differ. Median: 5,500 miles.

Complaints by year filed

Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

20112201220142
Complaints by year the complaint was filed with NHTSA. Red bars: the last 3 full calendar years used for the trend. The current year (2026) is partial.

Recalls and investigations

Recall details for the 2009 Ducati 1198 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls

Technical service bulletins

TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 24 on record; the latest 10 are shown.

See all 24 bulletins →

Other model years of the Ducati 1198

YearComplaintsMedian miRecallsCrash ★MPGScore (50 = typical)Trend
200955,5001———Not enough data

All Ducati 1198 model years

Frequently asked questions

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009 Ducati 1198 have?

NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2009 Ducati 1198 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

What part of the 2009 Ducati 1198 is reported most often?

Fuel system is named most often, in 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.

Has the 2009 Ducati 1198 been recalled?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

At what mileage are problems with the 2009 Ducati 1198 reported?

Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 5,500 miles and the middle half falls between 1,250 and 7,473 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.