The gas tank has expanded and spread wider than the supports on either side of the motorcycle, causing it to be unsupported and unsafe. *Tr
2006-2009 · 4 model years
Ducati 1000GT Problems by year
Owners have filed 49 complaints about the Ducati 1000GT across 4 model years, and it has 0 recalls. The 2007 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (23), while 2006 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the body, doors & structure.
- Complaints
- 49
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1000GT complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 1000GT problems
Latest 1000GT complaints
The gas tank has expanded and become potentially unsupported. Also the fuel hose from the pump to the filter is faulty and has shrunk, not allowing fuel to flow to the engine. *Tr
Gas tank reacting with ethanol in fuel creating a condition where the tank distorts from original shape and fall off its mounts. This creates a condition where the tank interferes with the steering of the motorcycle and another condition where the tank wears on the frame and may produce tank failure with fuel leakage onto engine and exhaust system.... No response at all from ducati dealership regarding issue, the replacement tank that is available is the same as original and an aftermarket aluminum tank replacement...
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costs $2700 plus paint, decals and fitting, another $800. Total $3500, this is 30% of original purchase price of the motorcycle...I feel it is up to this department to do its job and correct this dangerous, expensive and unacceptable situation. *Tr
The gas tank deformed so much that instead of a three point fit, it is now only held in place by the bolt right in front of the seat. The tank can easily be lifted up on the front of the bike. The tank has also developed 'dimples' on the surface (as in large 'dent'). Basically the tank is collapsing. This will be the third gas tank replacement for this bike. Ducati covers it under warranty. However, it is guaranteed that this issue will re-occur. Currently the only solution is to have the new tank coated by a...
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third party. The cost for this is not covered by ducati (approx. $300) And this preventative step will effectively void the warranty. The coating of the tank may or may not prevent this issue from happening again. But should the same issue occur again a replacement may no longer be covered by ducati. *Tr
The gas tank has spread / swelled. You can pick the gas tank up off of the frame because the clips no longer hold it in place. Also, when you turn the handlebars from the left to the right the rub into the gas tank. The tank also has bubbles forming in paint from the spread / swell. As of 4/1/2012 dealer stated ducati north america is refusing to replace tank under class action lawsuit. *Tr
The gas tank has deformed in such a way as to detach itself from the factory mountings and now interfere with the front forks as to impair full range of steering. The tank is now resting on the wiring harness and frame of the motorcycle as to cause possible wear through of harness or tank, . If the tank leaks from its wear points it will leak fuel directly onto the engine. And electrical short between frame and gas tank needs no further description.. *Tr
Questions about the Ducati 1000GT
Which Ducati 1000GT years have the most problems?
Which Ducati 1000GT years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2006 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other 1000GT years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Ducati 1000GT problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (48), body, doors & structure (2), equipment & accessories (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Ducati 1000GT have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for any Ducati 1000GT model year on file.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data