1996 Ducati 900S Problems: 2 Complaints, 1 Recall

The worst 1996 Ducati 900S problems

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Equipment: other: labelsReported January 16, 1997 · 120 vehicles affected

What is wrong: These motorcycles were produced with incorrect certification labels. Incorrect tire rim data is printed on these labels. A tire size of 120/70 zr mt 3.5x17 rim at 32.7 psi cold, and 170/c0 zr mt 5.50x17 rim at 36.9 psi cold. The proper rim size is mt 3.50x17 and mt 4.50x17.
Risk: Incorrect tire inflation could occur increasing the risk of a tire failure and possible vehicle crash.
Remedy: A new certification data label will be mailed to owners for installation on their motorcycles. If the owner desires, a ducati dealer can install this label for them.

Recall number 97V005000 · Recall details

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 9, 1998 · Transmission · OR · 1 injury

Transmission jumped out of park into reverse, causing collision.

Filed May 29, 1996 · Engine · CT

A seal pops and spreads oil all over the rear wheel and the road. Please describe.

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Is the 1996 Ducati 900S reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1996 Ducati 900S, close to a typical 900S model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1996 Ducati 900S?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).

How many recalls does the 1996 Ducati 900S have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

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