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1997 DUCATI 748

2 recalls, 4 complaints - 17 TSBs

14E012000 Apr 1, 2014
STEERING
Defect Description
Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on Yamaha R1, R6, and FZ6, Suzuki TL1000 R and GSX1300R, Honda CB600RR, and Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 9... Read more
Consequence
If there is a crack in the steering bracket, at low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.
Remedy
Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.
2,827 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ohlins Racing AB
99V360000 Dec 23, 1999
WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES EQUIPPED WITH A REAR WHEEL HUB SPINDLE. INTERNAL CRACKS MAY BE PRESENT ON THE REAR WHEEL SPINDLE.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE SPINDLE TO FAIL AFFECTING THE CONTROL OF THE MOTORCYCLE, AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR WHEEL SPINDLE AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
4,165 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: DUCATI NORTH AMERICA

Complaint Statistics

4 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY1
WHEELS1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Aug 23, 2000
Incident date: Jul 5, 2000
HARD CHROME PLATING ON FACE OF ROCKER ARMS, THAT CONTACT CAMSHAFT, FLAKES OFF AND BECOMES SUSPENDED IN THE OIL SYSTEM. ROCKER ARMS WITHOUT PLATING WEAR CAM SHAFTS AND ROCKER ARMS. I HAVE THIS ISSUE ON MY 1997 DUCATI, AND KNOW OF NUMEROUS OTHER CASES. DUCATI WILL ONLY REPAIR ROCKER ARMS THAT HAVE ... Read more
WHEELS Jun 6, 2000
Incident date: Jun 5, 2000
DRIVELINE TO THE REAR WHEEL AFFECTED THE ATTACHMENT OF THE WHEEL. BUSHLINE FELL & GRINDED DOWN A RETAINING NUT. THIS WAS REPAIRED ONCE BEFORE LAST YEAR. DEALER WILL BE CONTACTED. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING Jan 27, 1999
Incident date: Jul 29, 1998
ELECTRICAL WIRE HARNESS/VOLTAGE REGULATOR MALFUNCTIONED IN THE MOTORCYCLE. MELTED WIRE HARNESS & GENERATOR WIRES WERE LOCATED IN OR NEAR THE ENGINE AREA. THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS STILL DRIVABLE. HAS TAKEN MOTORCYCLE TO DEALER & ELECTRICAL WIRE HARNESS WAS REPAIRED. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY Jan 27, 1999
Incident date: Jul 29, 1998
ELECTRICAL WIRE HARNESS/VOLTAGE REGULATOR MALFUNCTIONED IN THE MOTORCYCLE. MELTED WIRE HARNESS & GENERATOR WIRES WERE LOCATED IN OR NEAR THE ENGINE AREA. THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS STILL DRIVABLE. HAS TAKEN MOTORCYCLE TO DEALER & ELECTRICAL WIRE HARNESS WAS REPAIRED. *AK

Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 DUCATI 748

17 manufacturer communications from 8 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT4
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
100000 POWER TRAIN1
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL1
060000 ENGINE (PWS)1
020000 SUSPENSION1
TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021
220000 SEATS
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch b
TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch b
TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch b
SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics ra
SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics ra
SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics ra
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics i
SRV-SRB-21-013 Feb 23, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Rideability Complaints. Applicability: All Models. The purpose of this service bulletin is distribute a questionnaire to help dealers and service managers collect detailed information about any rideability complaints for models equipped w
SRV-SRB-21-013 Feb 23, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Rideability Complaints. Applicability: All Models. The purpose of this service bulletin is distribute a questionnaire to help dealers and service managers collect detailed information about any rideability complaints for models equipped w
SRV-SRB-20-014 Apr 17, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Guided diagnosis for front brake system bleeding - Applicability: All vehicle models, all years. This Service Bulletin provides guidance for front brake system bleeding. It includes a "guided diagnosis" attachment, which outlines the seque
SRV-SRB-19-045 Dec 31, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Scheduled Maintenance Check List Update - Applicability: All models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with scheduled maintenance updates specific to each of Ducati's models. This includes updated mileage and time
SRV-SRB-19-046 Dec 31, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Final Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions - Applicability: All models and Model Years (except XDiavel). The purpose of this service bulletin is to further inform dealers and service managers of proper maintenance to ensure optimal performa
SRV-SRV-19-035 Oct 8, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides inst
SRV-SRV-19-035 Oct 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides inst

DUCATI 748 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the DUCATI 748 across all model years (1994, 2002).

11 Total Recalls
15 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

DUCATI 748 - Year by Year

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