- 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
1997 Ducati 916 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1997 Ducati 916 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in April 2014 for the equipment.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 916 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1997 Ducati 916 recalls 2
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.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Ducati 916: every year compared
All 916 years1997 Ducati 916 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Ducati 916 | 0 | 2 | D | |
| 1997 Ducati 748 | 3 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1997 Ducati Ducati | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1997 Ducati 900S | 1 | 0 | B | 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 1997 Ducati 916
Does the 1997 Ducati 916 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1997 Ducati 916: equipment (April 2014); hubcap / cover (December 1999). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1997 Ducati 916 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1997 Ducati 916 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: 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 1997 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