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2001 Ducati MH900

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

Data refreshed

Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
2
Latest Mar 13, 2008
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
1
Latest Jan 11, 2002
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Overview

Our database contains 2 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2001 Ducati MH900, most frequently naming the engine and steering categories. 1 safety recall has been issued covering this model year; and 22 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Engine150.0%
  • Steering150.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

1 campaign cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
02V011000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

Jan 11, 2002
147 units potentially affected
The defect: ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, FUEL CAN LEAK FROM THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE.
The risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL SPACERS BETWEEN THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE AND THE FUEL TANK, AND WILL ALSO REPLACE THE FLANGE GASKET IF IT IS DAMAGED. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-973-839-2600.
DUCATI NORTH AMERICAView on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Steering
Filed Mar 13, 2008

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 DUCATI MH900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIGHT KNUCKLE ON THE HANDLE BAR WAS CRACKED AND FAILED. THE CONTACT REFERRED TO THE FAILURE AS A "STRESS FRACTURE" AND DUE TO POOR DESIGN. THE CONTACT HAD THE OTHER SIDE TESTED BECAUSE IT WAS BEGINNING TO WEAR HEAVILY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY EMAILED THE REPRESENTATIVES. HE WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS OR SERVICE BULLETINS ON THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER TESTED THE OTHER SIDE. THE REPRESENTATIVE STATED THAT IT APPEARED AS IF HE NEEDED ANOTHER HANDLE BAR. NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE PURCHASE DATE, ENGINE SIZE, NUMBER OF CYLINDERS, AND POWERTRAIN WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 6,526.

NHTSA ID
10221018
Incident
Mar 2, 2008
Mileage
6,526 mi
Engine
Filed Sep 22, 2006

I HAVE BOUGHT A NEW MOTORCYCLE IN 2002, WHICH I SELDOM RIDE FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES, THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 3500 MILES. WHILE RIDING THE BIKE ALL OF A SUDDEN THE MOTOR STOPPED AND I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE BIKE AND PULL AWAY FROM THE HIGHWAY. AFTER I TOWED THE BIKE HOME, I HAVE NOTICED THAT A SPARK PLUG HAD COME OUT OF THE ENGINE. I PROCEEDED TO THE TAKE THE MOTORCYCLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED AND ALSO CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER THE INFORM OF THE PROBLEM AND MY CONCERN THAT THE PROBLEM WAS RELATED TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. UPON INSPECTION OF THE MOTORCYCLE, I WAS TOLD THAT SINCE THE WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT RESPONSIBLE OF THE REPAIRS AND IT WAS MY RESPONSIBILITY TO PAY THE REPAIRS. *NM

NHTSA ID
10169000
Incident
Aug 13, 2006
Mileage
3,540 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

SRV-SRB-24-001

SUSPENSION

Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. The purpose is prevent technicians from mistaking oozing oil or assembly grease, for legitimate defects. The bulletin further provides examples and pictures for clarification.

SRV-SRB-23-036

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin SRV-SRB-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. It provides dealers and service managers with needed information to correctly bleed the front brake system of the various Ducati models. This bulletin further refers the reader to an attached diagnosis guide. The referenced guide/annex is available to NHTSA upon request.

SRV-SRB-23-037

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN

Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, SRV-SRB-20-050 published on 11/24/2020. It provides dealers and service managers additional final drive chain care to ensure optimum performance and longevity for the chain. this includes cleaning, lubricating, inspecting and tension guidelines.

SRV-SRB-23-018R1

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant and engine oil leaks. The use of a prescribed leak trace powder is stressed. This bulletin includes service instructions.

SRV-SRB-23-031

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcase covers. The bulletin further provides cleaning instructions with approved cleaning tools.

SRV-SRB-23-018

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil or coolant leaks. This bulletin includes service instructions.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.