2006 Ducati ST3 ABS Problems: 1 Complaint, 1 Recall

The worst 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS problems

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Recalls 1

Fuel system, gasoline: deliveryReported December 18, 2006 · 468 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain motorcycles, the fuel sending unit wiring cables installed during production could be routed incorrectly possibly coming in contact with the exhaust pipes.
Risk: This condition will burn out the cables insulation and cause a possible electrical short circuit stopping the fuel pump and consequently stopping the engine. If the engine stops while the motorcycle is being driven, it could increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel sending unit wiring cables and reposition them if necessary. The recall began on january 17, 2007. Owners may contact ducati at 1‑408‑253‑0499.

Recall number 06V485000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS 23

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Jan 18, 2024 Service bulletinProcedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks
Jul 17, 2023 Service bulletinGuided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding
Jul 13, 2023 Service bulletinFinial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions
Jul 10, 2023 Service bulletinProcedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models
Jun 16, 2023 Service bulletinPrecautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning
May 16, 2023 Service bulletinProcedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine
Sep 23, 2022 Service bulletinOverview of Rear Brake System Updates
Aug 5, 2022 Service bulletinCR235 –
Jul 18, 2022 Service bulletinOverview of Rear Brake System Updates
May 2, 2022 Service bulletinService Operation Manual Update 2022

See all 23 bulletins for the 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS

What 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS owners say

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Filed Dec 3, 2008 · Engine · 5,019 miles · ID

Engine noise, rear tire locked up almost lost control of motorcycle, failure was a broken engine crank shaft (recall campaign,tsb603), correction completely disassemble engine and replace engine crank shaft and fly wheel nut, motorcycle had to be towed to dealership, about 975 miles round trip, motorcycle was also under factory warranty, manufacture (ducati north america) made us pay for parts up front even though this was a warranty repair/national recall, manufacture well not pay for tow bill of $1090.00 even though it is covered under warranty, it also took to long to get the parts from the manufacture (3 months) so bike had to be bought back by dealer and a new bike was purchased in august of 2008 at the dealers expense, net loss to dealer on repurchase transaction was $3890.00.

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Is the 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS, close to a typical ST3 ABS model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2006 Ducati ST3 ABS have?

1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.

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2006 Ducati ST3 ABS problems