AI Damage2006 Ducati S4 R 2006: common problems
Owners of the 2006 Ducati S4 R 2006 filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel system and structure. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 6
What fails most often
- 1 Fuel system 67% of all complaints
- 2 Structure 33% of all complaints
- 3 Suspension 17% of all complaints
- Fuel system: 4 complaints (67% of all).
- Structure: 2 complaints (33% of all).
- Suspension: 1 complaints (17% of all).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel system | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
My motorcycle has a plastic gas tank which has begun to expand. The outside dimensions of the tank have increased and it now does not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebars hit it on turning, and it presses against the ignition switch.
2006 ducati s2r800 "plastic" fuel tank starting to deform. Not retaining original shape. Concerns of possible rupture or leaks. Getting worse with age. Under warranty in 2008, a ducati shop examined the fuel tank and dismissed it as warrentable. Date below is approximate.
Expanding and leaking plastic fuel tank. Presents fire danger and ill fitment in the frame.
Ducati motorcycle gas tank. The basic shape and form of the tank is deforming and bulging. Uneven bumps appearing on the surface.
Spring sag in the front suspension causes a drop in steering angle as a result the bike becomes unstable at normal road speeds, very unstable in windy conditions. The sag in suspension is approx 50% of normal suspension travel.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 13,281 of 36,659 model years in the NHTSA data (top 36% most complained about).
What to check before buying
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Ducati S4 R 2006?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: fuel system, structure, suspension. Total complaints: 6. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: smoke, burning smell, fire (17%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2006 Ducati S4 R 2006?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2006 Ducati S4 R 2006 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-06.