- The problem
- Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on Yamaha R1, R6, and FZ6, Suzuki TL1000 R and GSX1300R, Honda CB600RR, and Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 998 motorcycles. Also included are universal steering damper kits with part numbers SD 000 through SD 005. The affected brackets may crack.
- The risk
- If there is a crack in the steering bracket, at low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.
- The fix
- Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.
Vehicle safety record
1999 Ducati 748 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1999 Ducati 748 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2014 for the equipment. For comparison, the 1998 has 5 and the 2000 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 748 year, for its age
#425 most complained-about 1999 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1999 Ducati 748 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1999 Ducati 748 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1999 Ducati 748
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The horn button sticks on numerous occasions, which does not allow operator to signal other motorists encroaching into vehicle's lane. The transmission neutral indicator light will come on while driving or when at a stop, when vehicle is actually in gear. This has resulted in an almost loss of vehicle control when letting out the clutch at a stop light. Vehicle neutral light was on and vehicle learched forward into intersection causing a potentially dangerous situation.
Ducati 748: every year compared
All 748 years1999 Ducati 748 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 Ducati 748 | 1 | 1 | D | |
| 1999 Ducati 900FE | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1999 Ducati 996BIP | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 1999 Ducati Ducati | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1999 Ducati 748MONO | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1999 Ducati 748
Does the 1999 Ducati 748 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1999 Ducati 748: equipment (April 2014). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ducati 748?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 1999 Ducati 748 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 20, 2000 and the latest on February 20, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1999 Ducati 748 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Ducati 748 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ducati 748 years have the most complaints?
1998 (5), 1997 (3), 2000 (2). See every Ducati 748 year compared.
What should I do if my 1999 Ducati 748 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data