- The problem
- Certain crg front brake levers, model rb-511 designed for use on 2004-2006 yamaha yzf-r1 motorcycles, and 2005-2006 yamaha yzf-r6 motorcycles. Model rb-512 is designed for use on 2003-2006 ducati 749 and 999 motorcycles, and on 2004-2006 aprilia mille r motorcycles. Due to a misalignment of the pivot bore, the brake lever could become seized in the brake engaged position, thereby preventing the front brake from disengaging.
- The risk
- A non-release condition could cause drag on the front brake system, which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Crg will notify owners and replace the rocker for the front lever free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2006. Owners may concact crg at 831-763-7811.
Vehicle safety record
2006 Ducati 999 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2006 Ducati 999 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (2) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in May 2006 for the service brakes, hydraulic. For comparison, the 2005 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 999 year, for its age
#318 most complained-about 2006 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2006 Ducati 999 problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2006 Ducati 999 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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3 complaints about the 2006 Ducati 999
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
On 9/14/2006 I purchased a new 2006 ducati 999r motorcycle from munroe motors and was riding home from their store. I had only ridden 1/4 mile from their store when the engine died at a stop sign. I took the bike back to them 9/17/2006 to correct the problem. Since then, I have returned the motorcycle back to them numerous times to correct the stalling issue but it has never been alleviated. Their typical reason for stalling is "it's a race motorcycle and it will have a tendency to occasionally stall." I have...
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encountered stalling while exiting freeways while approaching a stop and also while sitting a stop. I've had a few close moments where the bike stalled when the light turns green and the driver in back expects me to go, and other times while slowing down off freeway off ramps and cars are still moving behind me. I feel I've been fortunate that I haven't been in an accident due to the stalling. This summer I went for a ride and it stalled 12 times. As a result, I had munroe motors along with ducati north america work on my bike for 5 weeks and they were still unsuccessful in alleviating the problem. I have noticed other ducati owners who have experienced the same problems and are unable to resolve it. Google "ducati stalling" and you'll find pages of owners expressing their experiences with stalling. These include bikes older and newer than mine. Please let me know if you are familiar with this issue as it is a serious safety problem. Thank you, mark kataoka
Motorcycle will stall unpredictably while riding in traffic. Dealer unable to find cause of the stall. *Tr
2006 Ducati 999s - uk model. Clutch fails to engage causing motorcycle to move forwards whilst clutch lever is fully pulled in to the handlebar. Very dangerous in traffic. Although specified one day in report, it is happening more frequently and each time the motorcycle is ridden. *Nm
Ducati 999: every year compared
All 999 years2006 Ducati 999 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Ducati 999 | 3 | 1 | C | |
| 2006 Ducati 620 | 15 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2006 Ducati Monster S4 R | 12 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2006 Ducati Monster S2R 1000 | 7 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2006 Ducati 749 | 5 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2006 Ducati Monster S4RS | 3 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2006 Ducati Monster 696 | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2006 Ducati MTS 1000 | 2 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2006 Ducati MTS 620 | 2 | 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 2006 Ducati 999
Does the 2006 Ducati 999 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Ducati 999: service brakes, hydraulic (May 2006). 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 2006 Ducati 999?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (2), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2006 Ducati 999 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 24, 2006 and the latest on November 24, 2010. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2006 Ducati 999 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 53 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Ducati 999 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 999 years have the most complaints?
2006 (3), 2004 (1). See every Ducati 999 year compared.
What should I do if my 2006 Ducati 999 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