Ducati 748 problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1997–2000: 2 recall campaigns and 11 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Wheels #99V360000 · 1999 · 4,165 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with a rear wheel hub spindle. internal cracks may be present on the rear wheel spindle.
Risk: This condition could cause the spindle to fail affecting the control of the motorcycle, and could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear wheel spindle and replace if necessary.
Fuel System, Gasoline #99V048000 · 1999 · 793 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the fuel lines inside the fuel tank can leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace this fuel line.
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