- 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
2013 Ducati 848 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2013 Ducati 848 with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (1) and the fuel system (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2014 for the equipment. For comparison, the 2012 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 848 year, for its age
#399 most complained-about 2013 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2013 Ducati 848 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2013 Ducati 848 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 2013 Ducati 848
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
In 2015 I purchased a 2013 ducati streetfighter 848 dealer demonstration model as "new", and therefore the first registered owner. After approximately 4,500 miles, I am experiencing the fuel tank deforming and expanding. Further research reveals that this is a known defect, and that a class action lawsuit was filed in 2010 between jonas sugarman (and class) and ducati north america (california). This situation introduces a safety issue on many levels, including fuel leakage and subsequent fire hazard, steering...
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limitation where the tank will come into contact with the handlebar, and sudden shifting of the weight of a full fuel tank. This is a well-documented problem wherein the manufacturer as well as the dealer knowingly sold defective vehicles.
Ducati 848: every year compared
All 848 years2013 Ducati 848 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Ducati 848 | 1 | 1 | D | |
| 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Abs | 10 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale | 5 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Multistrada | 4 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Hypermotard | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200 | 3 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Diavel | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Monster | 2 | 0 | C | 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 2013 Ducati 848
Does the 2013 Ducati 848 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Ducati 848: 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 2013 Ducati 848?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2013 Ducati 848 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 29, 2016 and the latest on March 29, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2013 Ducati 848 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: 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 2013 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