2004 Ducati 999S recalls and problems

The 2004 Ducati 999S has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ducati dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2004 Ducati 999S vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Ducati 999S 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 999S problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Electrical System	1

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Starter Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 700 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 999S complaints

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Oct 22, 2010

Hi I AM not complaining about anything, just asking a question about a serious problem I have had with my ducati 999s 2004 model. My front brake seized up on me recently without me pulling the lever. This resulted in me nearly killing myself. I checked your site and noticed there was recalls for ducati 999s 2004- 2005 and 2006. This recall was in 2006. I emailed ducati asking them if there was any recalls in europe with this problem and I received a phonecall the next day saying that europe hasn't had any recalls for this problem. I took my ducati to a ducati dealer in cardiff wales and they…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 700 miles · reported May 22, 2004

I have a 2004 ducati ds1000 motorcycle. The bike exhibits a strong shuddering behavior when making medium-strength stops starting from 15-20 MPH. The whole front end of the bike shakes violently. Although this has not caused an accident yet I fear that an accident could be caused, especially if I need to make any steering input while this shaking occurs. This shaking is highly repeatable and was confirmed by the local ducati dealer, munroe motors, during my 600 mile service yesterday. The dealer stated that this is a characteristic of the bike's geometry and that ducati may or may not be…

Electrical System · at 67 miles · reported Mar 30, 2004

After parking the motorcycle the consumer turned the ignition off, but the starter would continue to run. Consumer had to restart the ignition, and remove the ground wire from the battery. Consumer found frayed wires in the examination of the starter. The wires were repaired, and motorcycle was working properly.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Ducati 999S have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Ducati 999S: 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 999S?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 700 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.