2007 Ducati 1000GT problems & reliability
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Ducati 1000GT. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline → | 19 | 83% |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 9% |
| Structure | 2 | 9% |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 4% |
| Steering | 1 | 4% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Mileage when problems occurred
Among the 21 complaints that included a usable odometer reading, the median reported incident mileage was 3,279 miles (middle 50% between 1,900 and 5,000 miles).
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“Gas tank reacting with ethanol in fuel creating a condition where the tank distorts from original shape and fall off its mounts. This creates a condition where the tank interferes with the steering of the motorcycle and another condition where the tank wears on the frame and may produce tank failure with fuel leakage…”
Structure · filed May 11, 2013
“The gas tank deformed so much that instead of a three point fit, it is now only held in place by the bolt right in front of the seat. The tank can easily be lifted up on the front of the bike. The tank has also developed 'dimples' on the surface (as in large 'dent'). Basically the tank is collapsing. This will be the…”
Fuel/propulsion System · filed Oct 19, 2012
“The gas tank has spread / swelled. You can pick the gas tank up off of the frame because the clips no longer hold it in place. Also, when you turn the handlebars from the left to the right the rub into the gas tank. The tank also has bubbles forming in paint from the spread / swell. As of 4/1/2012 dealer stated ducati…”
Fuel System, Gasoline · filed Apr 1, 2012
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
22 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Ducati 1000GT. The 10 most recent:
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…
SRV-SRB-24-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 18, 2024
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…
SRV-SRB-23-036 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 17, 2023
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-23-037 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 13, 2023
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…
SRV-SRB-23-018R1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 10, 2023
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…
SRV-SRB-23-031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 16, 2023
Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil or coolant leaks…
SRV-SRB-23-018 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 16, 2023
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin provides dealers and service managers a provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer…
SRV-SRB-22-038 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 23, 2022
CR235 â Checking Proper Configuration of Options Installed on the Motorcycle. Applicability: All Models (USA & MEX country versions only) . This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of…
SRV-TSB-22-010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 5, 2022
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All US Models. This service bulletin provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over time and…
SRV-SRB-22-031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 18, 2022
Service Operation Manual Update 2022. Applicability: All Models, all model years. This service bulletin informs dealers and service manages of service and operations updates to the Operations Manual.
SRV-SRB-22-020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 2, 2022
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 2007 Ducati 1000GT in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2007 Ducati 1000GT?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
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- · Among complaints with usable mileage, the median reported incident mileage was 3,279 miles. This does not predict when a particular vehicle will develop a problem.