no report yet
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. THIS CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
2008 Ducati 1098sProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2008 Ducati 1098s, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 25, 2010. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 Ducati 1098s has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine and engine cooling1 crash/fire/injury
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2008 Ducati 1098s recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Power train
Risk. IF THE SPROCKET WERE TO FAIL WHILE THE MOTORCYCLE IS BEING DRIVEN, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE MOTORCYCLE WILL EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND/OR THE CHAIN…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ducati.
Best & worst years
2008 vs. every other 1098s year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 1098s median. How we score
'07'08
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 1098s owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
WHEN MOTORCYCLE DRIVEN AT SLOW PACE OR IN TRAFFIC THE HEAT IS UNBEARABLE FROM EXHAUST MAKING ME OVER HEAT AND ALMOST PASSED OUT FROM THIS BIKE CAUSING BURNS ON LEG. *TR
THE VEHICLE I'M REFERRING TO IS A 2008 1098S DUCATI. WHILE IDLING, DRIVING OR WHEN COMING TO A STOP, THE MOTORCYCLE WILL SHUT OFF WHEN THE CLUTCH IS APPLIED. THE PROBLEM HAPPENS RANDOMLY AND REGARDLESS OF WHAT GEAR I AM ON OR THE MOTORCYCLE'S TEMPERATURE. THE PROBLEM BEGAN SHORTLY AFTER DRIVING THE…
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST HEAT CAUSED BLISTER BURNS THROUGH LEATHER SUIT ON LEG WHEN MOTORCYCLE DRIVEN SLOW. THIS MOTORCYCLE CANNOT BE DRIVEN SLOW WITH OUT THE EFFECTS OF EXCESSIVE EXHAUST HEAT. *TR
Own a 2008 1098s?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.