2004 Ducati 749 recalls and problems

The 2004 Ducati 749 has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ducati dealer.

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Complaints

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2004 Ducati 749 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Ducati 749 recalls

Recall 04V-340: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Jul 8, 2004 · 1,800 vehicles affected · DUCATI NORTH AMERICA

Problem: Certain motorcycles, a significant quantity of oil lubricant can leak on to the rear wheel and tire from the oil cooler.

Risk: Oil leakage can cause dangerous riding conditions which could lead to injury or a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the oil cooler and replace it if necessary. The recall began on december 5, 2004. Owners should contact ducati at 408-343-4411.

2004 Ducati 749 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Seats	1
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Tires	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 650 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Ducati 749 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Tires · at 650 miles · reported Dec 21, 2004

I AM reporting this incident as having involve 0 deaths, but if you know anything about motorcycles, oil spilling out to the rear tires as a result of a blowup within the first 700 miles since purchased new should not be acceptable and can be potentially fatal for the rider. I experienced this on my 2004 ducati 749 dark. An oil cooler was previously recalled on the motorcycle due to the potential for it to fail and spill oil into the path of the rear tire. I AM quite surprised that having a "blowup" where oil from the crankcase shoots out the airbag due to inadequate ventilation and/or bad…

Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Dec 15, 2004

I wish to lodge a complaint against ducati motorcycles based on a recent experience I had with my 2004 ducati 749 dark. The motorcycle only had approximately 650 miles on it when I experienced a failure from the oil crank case, resulting in oil being discharged in the path of my rear tire, as well as to the entire motor, presenting a very hazardous situation. I originally suspected the problem to be based on an oil cooler that was recalled back in august despite my motorcycle being purchased last month (November). However, it turns out that the problem was unrelated to the recall and was based…

Seats · reported Jul 21, 2004

Every time I hit a bump while riding my 2004 ducati monster s4r, the seat comes loose. This is a very dangerous thing to have happen while riding a motorcycle.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Ducati 749 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Ducati 749: 04V-340 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Ducati 749?

Owners report seats problems most often (1 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 650 miles.

Are Ducati recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ducati dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.