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2003-2006 · 3 model years

Ducati MTS 1000 Problems by year

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the Ducati MTS 1000 across 3 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 2004 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (19). The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the brakes.

Most complaints for its age200419 complaints · 2 recallsSee the 2004
Complaints
22
Recalls
2
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

MTS 1000 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.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20062100Fuel systemB
200419200Fuel systemF
20031200Fuel systemC

Most common MTS 1000 problems

Ducati MTS 1000 recalls 2

Latest MTS 1000 complaints

2006 Ducati MTS 1000Fuel system

Fuel tank expanded and began leaking gasoline. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10605705
2004 Ducati MTS 1000Fuel system

The fuel tank has deformed and expanded (especially in length) to the point it is stuck in the frame and can't be removed for valve adjustment or other normal maintenance services. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10500617
2006 Ducati MTS 1000Fuel system

Fuel tank swelled and deformed resulting is a fuel leak at the fuel pump under the seat. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10486709
2004 Ducati MTS 1000Fuel system

Plastic fuel tank has expanded to render the motorcycle unsafe as it interferes with the movement of the handlebars. Ethanol in the pump fuel is the cause. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10461630
2003 Ducati MTS 1000Fuel system

Plastic fuel tank expanded and also has slight leakage onto rear wheel due to deformation preventing seal. Tank now too long to fit back onto motorcycle (expanded about 3/4"). Mounting system no longer operable with this oversized tank. *Js

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 10455543
2004 Ducati MTS 1000Fuel systemBody, doors & structure

Tank is expanding and rubbing on other body parts. It is also bubbling in random spots. I have not tried to remove it, so I it is unclear if it has fitment issues. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasoline · StructureNHTSA 10442496

Questions about the Ducati MTS 1000

Which Ducati MTS 1000 years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2004 (19), 2006 (2), 2003 (1). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2004 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Ducati MTS 1000 years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2006 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other MTS 1000 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Ducati MTS 1000 problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (17), brakes (3), engine & cooling (1) most often.

How many recalls does the Ducati MTS 1000 have?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Ducati MTS 1000 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

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