2009 Ducati Monster 696 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (1) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1)
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Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (29)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Suspension 2024-01-18 · SRV-SRB-24-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
procedure for assessing front fork oil leaks. applicability: all models. this service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. the purpose is prevent technicians from mistaking oozing oil or assembly grease, for legit
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2023-07-17 · SRV-SRB-23-036 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
guided diagnosis for front brake system bleeding. applicability: all models. this service bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin srv-srb-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. it provides dealers and service managers with needed information to correctly bleed the front brake system of the var
Power Train 2023-07-13 · SRV-SRB-23-037 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
finial drive chain maintenance precautions. applicability: all models and model years (except xdiavel). this service bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: srv-srb-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, srv-srb-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, srv-srb-20-050 published on 11/24/2020. it provi
Engine And Engine Cooling 2023-07-10 · SRV-SRB-23-018R1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
procedure for analysis and control of oil and coolant leaks from engine_rev.01. applicability: all models. this service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant and engine oil leaks. the use of a prescribed leak trace powde
Engine And Engine Cooling 2023-06-16 · SRV-SRB-23-031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
precautions to follow during crankcase cleaning. applicability: all models. this service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcase covers. the bulletin further provides cleaning instruction
Vehicle Speed Control 2023-06-06 · TTB-23-001 rev07 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tips and tricks revision 7 summary. range and motor error codes for the multistrada; assembly procedure of the brake caliper mounting plate when refitting the rear wheel for the monster; oil seal install instructions on dry clutch housing for the panigale; and timing layshift seal removal for a all
Showing the 6 most recent of 29 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2015-08-31 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 1,800 mi“plastic gas tank expansion resulted in the tank being fused to the bike. ducati north america refused to cover the issue even though there is a class action lawsuit filed.…”
2011-04-19 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 2,100 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2009 ducati monster 696. the contact stated that while driving into his garage he noticed fuel leaking out of the vehicle and leaking on him. the vehicle was then towed to a dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure or reenact it. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and current mileages were approximately 2,100…”
2010-10-09 · Power Train · 3,100 mi“while riding on my 2009 ducati monster 696 motorcycle, i noticed a rubbing sound and felt a sensation of oscillation. when i finally stopped the vehicle, i noticed that the front sprocket of the chaindrive slipped on the transmission spline causing the chain to run out of alignment and acted as a chainsaw cutting into the rear swing arm. i was ab…”
2010-01-14 · Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel · 60 mi“i purchased a brand new ducati monster 696 motorcycle september 12 2009 from atlanta motor world 1275 upper hembree rd roswell, ga 30076 770-664-0820 www. atlantamotorworld.com. the instrument panel is digital and began fogging up within the first week of my owning it. this bike has never been wet nor has it been washed. it is always in the garage.…”
2009-10-08 · Electrical System · 250 mi“2009 ducati monster 1100 has shut off (not stalled) while driving at speed (15 - 30 mph) on 3 separate occasions causing the rear wheel to lock and the bike to skid until the clutch is disengaged. bike restarts instantly which seems to indicate that an electrical problem (bad contact?) is causing the engine to die. *tr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.