Verdict · NHTSA data
Limited data — recalls on file
NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2006 Ducati Hypermotard — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.
1
NHTSA complaints
1
Recalls
0
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
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NCAP overall
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 1 | 100% | new |
1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Defect
ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE LICENSE NUMBER PLATE HOLDER SUPPORT BRACKET POSTS CAN CRACK.
Consequence
THE LICENSE PLATE CAN FALL OFF THE MOTORCYCLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED BRACKET FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 408-253-0499.
The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2006 Ducati Hypermotard. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.