2003 Ducati 749S Recalls, Complaints & Specs
2 safety recalls list the 2003 Ducati 749S. Check your own VIN below.
2 safety recalls for the 2003 Ducati 749S
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
On certain motorcycles, the front brake hose can become trapped between the lower steering flange and the steering lock peg when the vehicle is cornering.
Remedy: Dealers will install a retaining clip on the front brake hose. The recall is expected to begin during december 2004. Owners should contact ducati at 1-408-253-0499.
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Engine and engine cooling
Certain motorcycles, a significant quantity of oil lubricant can leak on to the rear wheel and tire from the oil cooler.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the oil cooler and replace it if necessary. The recall began on december 5, 2004. Owners should contact ducati at 408-343-4411.
No owner complaints on file
NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2003 Ducati 749S. For context, the average model year in NHTSA's database has dozens; a zero can mean a reliable vehicle, a rare one, or both.
Compare Ducati 749S model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Ducati 749S model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Ducati 749S | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 Ducati 749S | 1 | 0 |
Checking a specific 2003 Ducati 749S
How do I know if my 2003 Ducati 749S has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 2 campaigns currently list the 2003 Ducati 749S; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Ducati dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 04V340000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.