- 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
2009 Ducati 848 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 2009 Ducati 848 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (5) and the fuel system (2). Those complaints describe 1 injury. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in April 2014 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2008 has 12 and the 2010 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical 848 year, for its age
#240 most complained-about 2009 vehicle
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2009 Ducati 848 problems
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2009 Ducati 848 recalls 3
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
- The problem
- Ducati is recalling 1,549 my 2009 1198, 1198 s, 1098 r, 848 and my 2010 f1098 streetfighter and streetfighter s motorcycles. These motorcycles may experience fuel leakage from the fuel line at the fuel injector connection. The plastic fitting between fuel injector and hose can warp or break which could possibly result in a potential hazard to the rider and possible damage to the motorcycle.
- The risk
- Any damage to the fuel line may lead to an increased risk of fire or an unexpected loss of engine performance, the thereby increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the affected injector components free of charge. The safety recall began on june 3, 2009. To locate your nearest authorized ducati dealer, you may go to www.Ducatiusa.Com and select the "dealer locator" or you may call toll free at 1-800-231-6696.
- The problem
- Ducati is recalling 7,130 my 2007-2008 1098, 1098s, 1098 tricolore, 1098r, and my 2008-2009 848 motorcycles. The motorcycle charging system may be adversely affected by engine heat and stop operating. This results in damage to the voltage regulator and ensuing battery discharge.
- The risk
- This can result in damage to the motorcycle and a potential hazard to the rider, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the voltage regulator, install a heat guard between the voltage regulator and the engine exhaust system, and install a modified battery support. The recall will begin on december 24, 2008. Owners may contact ducati at 1-800-231-6696.
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7 complaints about the 2009 Ducati 848
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
After coming home from a ride, I noticed the radiator was leaking coolant from a pinsized hole. Many other owners have reported similar findings with their radiators. *Tr
The radiator has a leak under the left mounting bracket on the back side of the radiator. This has caused extremely hot coolant to spray out the left vent onto the riders leg. Also coolant has covered the front wheel and brakes, left fork and fogged out the left head light. This is a known complication with this model bike, with hundreds of documented cases. My bike has less then 6000 miles, with no accidents, and no damage to the radiator. This leak at the left mounting bracket is known to ducati, but they are unwilling to help with the problem. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ducati 848 motorcycle. The contact stated that when driving 50 mph and above, the fuel tank would shake abnormally. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised that the tank needed to be replaced due to the plastic material used during manufacturing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 4,200. The vin was unavailable.
One day riding home from work I started to feel like my knee was burning. I looked down to my left knee and saw that it was getting wet and was burning from something hot. Pulled over and saw that I was leaking coolant. The coolant looked like it was coming out of the coolant hose. I had the motorcycle towed to the dealer ship that I work at. I removed the fairing to check where it was leaking from. Saw that it was leaking out of the radiator. Tried to get some help from the local dealer and they just kept trying...
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to say that it was my fault. The first thing they told me is that it was a stone that hit the radiator. When they told me about the stone I wanted them to show me where the stone hit but they couldn't show it to me and before taking the bike down to the dealer I had the radiator pressure tested and found out that it was leaking from the left upper hanger spot weld. After they couldn't show me I told them that I had it pressure tested and it seemed to make them mad and then they started to say that I dropped the bike and I asked them the same thing as before and they couldn't show me where it had signs that it had fallen. Then they seemed to get even more mad. I called ducati of north america and told them what had happen and they told me that they were sorry for what happened and that they would help me out but that I had to take it back to that dealer so they could check it out again. But I wasn't going to have it towed down there again at that point I could've bought a new radiator. When this happened in march I looked up the price for a new one and it was $548 and now its gone up to $948 and the part number has changed to 54840742b from 54840741b. Even when I talked to the person at ducati he told me that they knew that there was a problem with the radiators that are in the 1098 and the 848. And as for my knee I had to buy a burn cream so it wouldn't hurt from the burn and the glycol in the coolant. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ducati 848 motorcycle. The contact stated that the temperature gauge displayed a reading of 205 degrees as he noticed coolant fluid leaking from the radiator. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that coolant fluid was leaking from a spot weld on the left side hanger. The dealer had not been notified of the failure since the vehicle was no longer under warranty and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was 22,500. The vin was unavailable.
1. No events leading up to the failure. Just all of a sudden. 2. Radiator leak. Coolant splashes all over left side fairings. 3. Dealership said they'll replace radiator under warranty. They said it might take a month for the parts to come in. *Tr
I just bought a brand new 2009 ducati sport 1000 motorcycle. Have put about 160 miles on the bike and parked it outside work for 2 hours in direct sunlight. The gas tank was half full. When I returned to the bike the tank had expanded approximately 2 inches from left to right and 1 inch from front to back. It started to look like the shape of a banana. The tank was completely loose enough to lift off the frame. I opened the gas tank and a gush of air escaped and the tank shrunk back down about 75% which left...
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creases in the tanks surface along with ripples in the surface. If I was riding when this occurred I could have been seriously injured! The bike has only been refueled once with 93 octane premium fuel. I have pictures available that were taken at the time of the incident. *Tr
Ducati 848: every year compared
All 848 years2009 Ducati 848 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Ducati 848 | 7 | 3 | F | |
| 2009 Ducati 1000GT | 13 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2009 Ducati Monster 696 | 5 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2009 Ducati 1198 | 5 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Ducati MTS1100S | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Ducati M1100S | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Ducati 1198S | 2 | 3 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Ducati M1100 | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2009 Ducati 1098R | 1 | 4 | - | 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 2009 Ducati 848
Does the 2009 Ducati 848 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 Ducati 848: equipment (April 2014); delivery (May 2009); alternator / generator / regulator (December 2008). 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 2009 Ducati 848?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (5), fuel system (2), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2009 Ducati 848 had?
7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 11, 2009 and the latest on November 1, 2013. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2009 Ducati 848 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 6 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Ducati 848 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 848 years have the most complaints?
2008 (12), 2009 (7), 2010 (2). See every Ducati 848 year compared.
What should I do if my 2009 Ducati 848 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