2006 Ducati Sport Classic Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 74about this part
- Share
- 99%of 75 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 4,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 74 complaints about the fuel system of the 2006 Ducati Sport Classic, 99% of the 75 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 4,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The plastic fuel tank on my 2006 Ducati paul smart 1000 motorcycle is spreading in width, so that it no longer sits securely on the mounts that attach it to the vehicle. The top of the fuel tank is also becoming dimpled, was smooth when new. I suspect it may the polymer used in the fuel tank reacting badly with the ethanol we have in USA gasoline.”
NHTSA complaint #10261345, filed 2009-03, 4,000 miles“The fuel tank on my Ducati motorcycle is spreading and has fallen off into frame mount on the left side and is coming close to falling off on the right side. This is a common problem on the sportclassic series. There is a potential for deformation at the fuel pump sump. I'm worried about leaks and the potential for fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10300009, filed 2010-01, 3,000 miles“The gas tank has started to deform and does not mount properly to the motorcycle. This is the second time that this has occurred and was replaced at no cost by the Ducati dealer. This second tank the dealer is giving me a bit of hesitation and wants to shim the tank. I believe shimming will not stop the tank from spreading and will eventually be a bigger problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10279819, filed 2009-08, 15,000 miles“2006 Ducati paul smart 1000le uses a fuel tank that is made of plastic and begins to deform and degrade when using fuel sold in the u.s. After two years of ownership, I had to have my tank replaced. The replacement tank is made from the same material as the original tank, thus will most likely deform in a few more years. The is a class action suite filed in california against Ducati north america.”
NHTSA complaint #10366903, filed 2010-11, 13,600 miles“Fuel tank is bubbling, spreading and will eventually come apart at the fuel pump mounting surface and leak on my headers. Fire and emission hazard, the tank is being replace by Ducati north america, but what will happen 10years form now when I need another tank for my 15,000 dollar motorcycle?”
NHTSA complaint #10329978, filed 2010-05, 3,000 milesRelated recalls
- 07V017000Jan 24, 2007On 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…Covers: Ducati Sport Classic 2006–2007
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 64 | 94% |
| 2006 | 74 | 99% |
Other parts of the 2006 Ducati Sport Classic
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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