Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear brake reaction rod nut and bolt will need to be replaced.
1994-1997 · 4 model years
Ducati 900SSSP Problems by year
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the Ducati 900SSSP across 4 model years, and it has 1 recall. The 1996 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the body, doors & structure, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
900SSSP 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 900SSSP problems
Ducati 900SSSP recalls 1
Latest 900SSSP complaints
Steering is unstable when traveling. Also, frame is cracked. Dealership is aware of problem. *Ak
The main frame of the motorcycle cracked across the upper frame tubes at the welds where the stearing head is attached to the remainder of the frame. Because I noticed the damage before complete failure occured there were no injuries. Had complete failure occured the motorcycle would have been un controlable. Subsequent to my discovery of the dammage I discovered that this type of failure has occured in the past with many other 900ss model ducatis. The vehicle is now at the dealership who is contacting the manufacture. Information regarding this type of failure may be found at several web sites including club desmo's bulletin www.Clubdesmo.Com/newbbs/messages/23/23.Htm. *Ak
Head stud broke on horizontal cylinder (silver finished ones seem to be more prone to this than black ones)causing oil to pour out directly onto exaust header and rear tire, high potential of fire and loss of vehicle control. This is a known and fairly common problem on three or four model years of this bike. Company has a very inconsistent policy regarding repairs. Bob nevola is the the contact person at ducati usa. Ask him about steering head frame cracks while you're at it. *Ak
Frame cracking is a problem with ducati 900cc motorcycles. It is a regular topic of discussion on the web sites and on group rides. Depending on location and milage the dealer reaction has varied from warrentied frame replacement to denial of manufacturer fault. While I have not experianced this fault myself, it is dangerous enough that I believe t should be reported and investigated.
Questions about the Ducati 900SSSP
Which Ducati 900SSSP years have the most problems?
Which Ducati 900SSSP years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1997 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other 900SSSP years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Ducati 900SSSP problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the body, doors & structure (3), engine & cooling (1), steering (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Ducati 900SSSP have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall across all Ducati 900SSSP model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
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