2008 Ducati Monster 696 Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 3,500miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2008 Ducati Monster 696 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2008 Ducati Monster 696. The part named most often is fuel system, with 7 complaints (100% of the total). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 3,500 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 28 technical service bulletins for this model year.
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.
- Fuel system7 100%
Example complaints
Fuel system: “My motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. The outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame and it presses against the ignition switch. Previously it opened and closed without problems, now I have to wedge it against the ignition switch to close it. The rubber mounts no longer sit correctly on the frame. I have not modified my motorcycle and I have made no modifications to the fuel tank or fuel pump. …”
NHTSA complaint #10339111, filed 2010-06, 1,800 milesMileage when problems were reported
100% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 1,800 and 4,510 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2008 Ducati Monster 696 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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. 28 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10249815Jan 18, 2024Suspension. Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front…
- 10240308Jul 17, 2023Brakes. Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin SRV-SRB-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. It provides…
- 10240311Jul 13, 2023Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on…
- 10240307Jul 10, 2023Engine cooling. Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized…
- 10238475Jun 16, 2023Engine cooling. Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine…
- 10238477Jun 6, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling, Body and structure…. Tips and Tricks Revision 7 Summary. Range and motor error codes for the Multistrada; assembly procedure of the brake caliper mounting plate when refitting the rear wheel for the Monster; oil seal…
- 10237193May 16, 2023Engine cooling. Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil…
- 10222407Sep 23, 2022Brakes. Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin provides dealers and service managers a provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles…
- 10219283Aug 5, 2022Engine cooling. CR235 â Checking Proper Configuration of Options Installed on the Motorcycle. Applicability: All Models (USA & MEX country versions only) . This technical service bulletin informs dealers and…
- 10217038Jul 18, 2022Brakes. Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All US Models. This service bulletin provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight…
Other model years of the Ducati Monster 696
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 | 1,800 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 7 | 3,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 11 | 7,450 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Ducati Monster 696 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2008 Ducati Monster 696 have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 2008 Ducati Monster 696 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2008 Ducati Monster 696 is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 7 complaints (100% of the total).
Has the 2008 Ducati Monster 696 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2008 Ducati Monster 696 reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 3,500 miles and the middle half falls between 1,800 and 4,510 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 28, 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.