- 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
1996 Ducati 916 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1996 Ducati 916 with NHTSA, most often about the steering (1). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in April 2014 for the equipment. For comparison, the 1995 has 0 and the 1997 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical 916 year, for its age
#327 most complained-about 1996 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1996 Ducati 916 problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1996 Ducati 916 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
- Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with a rear wheel hub spindle. Internal cracks may be present on the rear wheel spindle.
- The risk
- This condition could cause the spindle to fail affecting the control of the motorcycle, and could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the rear wheel spindle and replace if necessary.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The throttle control linkage pin was not lubricated properly.
- The risk
- THE ENGINE MAY NOT RETURN TO PROPER IDLE.
- The fix
- Dealers will lubricate the throttle control linkage pin using grease containing molybdenum disulphide.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 1996 Ducati 916
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Consumer received recall 99v360000 in may 30,2000, and has contacted dealer 3 times . Consumer was told by dealer that they do not have the equipment to perform recall repairs, and did not know when they would have it available . In meantime consumer has unsafe motorcycle. Recall not performed in timely manner.*Ak
Ducati 916: every year compared
All 916 years1996 Ducati 916 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 Ducati 916 | 1 | 3 | F | |
| 1996 Ducati 900S | 2 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1996 Ducati 900SSSP | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1996 Ducati M900 | 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 1996 Ducati 916
Does the 1996 Ducati 916 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1996 Ducati 916: equipment (April 2014); hubcap / cover (December 1999); vehicle speed control (December 1997). 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 1996 Ducati 916?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the steering (1).
How many complaints has the 1996 Ducati 916 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 24, 2000 and the latest on November 24, 2000. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 Ducati 916 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 14 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Ducati 916 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 916 years have the most complaints?
1996 (1), 1998 (1). See every Ducati 916 year compared.
What should I do if my 1996 Ducati 916 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