2006 Ducati 620: fuel pump failure

Filed Dec 4, 2010 · Fuel system · 15,000 miles · GA

This ducati motorcycle is equipped with a plastic gas tank that deformed leading to leaking at the fuel pump area. Leaking of fuel is dangerous due to the proximity of the motorcycle fuel tank to engine exhaust which is hot enough to cause a fire if in contact with fuel.

Filed Sep 15, 2010 · Fuel system · 11,400 miles · GA

2006 ducati mts 620 began to steadily leak fuel from bottom of fuel tank at the fuel pump flange. This allowed fuel to drip onto hot exhaust, which could have caused a fire.

Filed Sep 15, 2010 · Fuel system · TX

Potential for fire, even death. Fuel tank swelling to the point of leaking gasoline from the fuel pump flange onto the rear tire and exhaust. Ducati north america is replacing the tanks only if there is an actual leak. The tanks may start leaking at any time. Even when parked in a garage creating a fire hazard in your home or business due to fuel leaking out onto the floor destroying the entire structure that the vehicle is parked in creating massive property damage and possible human lives. Many have been replaced due to leaking others have fuel tanks that are so deformed that you cannot remove them to do routine maintenance as required by ducati with out destroying the tank.

Filed Aug 2, 2010 · Fuel system · 10,800 miles · TX

Ducati gas tank expanded to the point that it can no longer be removed from the vehicle to service it. Apparently a common problem and will eventually lead to a leak around the fuel pump housing. Potential fire/safety issue when that happens. Have read that ethanol in the gas is the cause of the deformation of the tank.

Filed Apr 22, 2010 · Fuel system · 15,500 miles · CA

Fuel leaking from fuel pump area due to expanding/warping plastic fuel tank. Brand new o-ring gasket plus additional hylomar seal did not help prevent the leak. Vehicle is now at manufacturer authorized shop as of 4/10/2010.

Filed Dec 14, 2009 · Fuel system · 7,300 miles · TX

The composite fuel tank on my 2006 ducati multistrada 620 has warped and become distorted. This is likely due to contamination from ethanol that is blended with unleaded fuels in the united states. The tank has become so warped that fuel actually leaks from around the fuel pump when the motorcycles is filled over half way. This has become a health and safety hazard, as the bike has become unsafe to ride due to the danger of fire/explosion resulting from the warped tank. Ducati na (north america) has not issued an official recall, and my dealer isn't willing to assist. The motorcycle has become unsafe to ride even to the dealership. I have tried to contact ducati multiple times about this issue, and everytime I am told to contact a dealer - a dealer who isn't able to help because ducati won't issues a recall for a widely known problem with fuel tanks. The fuel from the motorcycle has leaked out on the floor of our garage and ruined garden hoses, garage mats, and the motorcycle's tires.

Filed Oct 21, 2008 · Fuel system · 6,750 miles · OR

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ducati multistrata 620 motorcycle (na). The contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank. There was an excessive amount of fuel on the ground. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the mechanic stated that the failure was related to the fuel pump mounting onto the tank. The vehicle was temporarily repaired for the malfunction. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the fuel tank was under warranty for four years. The vehicle has not been inspected or repaired by the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 6,750 and current mileage was 6,950. Updated 11/14/08 *cn the fuel tank flange warped. Updated 11/18/08.