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2007 Ducati Sport Classic problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2007 Ducati Sport Classic sits mid-pack among Sport Classic years: 73 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 78, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: fuel system issues account for 88% of all reports (64 of 73), far ahead of body & structure at 6.

73

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Sport Classic years?

Sport Classic NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted82 complaints2006: 82 complaints2007: 73 complaints
Sport Classic NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Ducati Sport Classic problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Fuel System6488%
Body & Structure68%
Other23%
Electrical System11%

Does the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07V017000Fuel SystemJanuary 24, 2007 · 817 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE FASTENERS FROM THE FUEL LINE TO THE FUEL FILLER WERE NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY. THE FUEL PUMP HOSE INSIDE THE FUEL TANK MAY SEPARATE FROM THE FUEL FILTER. THIS CONDITION WILL STOP THE ENGINE FROM RUNNING.

Consequence

IF THE ENGINE STOPPED WHILE THE MOTORCYCLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, IT COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP TO FUEL FILTER HOSE AND FASTENERS TO PREVENT THE ENGINE FROM STOPPING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 21, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-424-9153.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“FUEL TANK DEFORMS OVER TIME, CAUSING IT TO LIFT OUT OF THE FRONT BRACKETS. THE TANK IS THEN LOOSE AND MOVES CONSIDERABLY UNDER HAND PRESSURE, WOULD PROBABLY COME OFF COMPLETELY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. DEALER HAS REPLACED TANK ONCE, THE NEW ONE IS ALREADY SHOWING THE SAME PROBLEMS, SO CLEARLY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · October 31, 2007

“2007 DUCATI SPORT 1000S - GAS TANK HAS BEEN DEFORMED. IT NO LONGER SITS PROPERLY IN THE MOUNTING POINTS ON THE SIDE. IT HAS EXPANDED BEYOND THE POINT OF SITTING PROPERLY IN THE MOUNTING POINTS IN THE FRONT. THE TANK NOW RESTS UNSECURED ON THE FRAME AND WILL SHIFT AND TEETER FROM SIDE TO SIDE WHILE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · July 17, 2015

“FUEL TANK ON MY 2007 DUCATI GT1000 HAS WARPED/DISTORTED IN SUCH A MANNER THAT THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE TANK NO LONGER FITS IN IT'S FRAME MOUNTS PROPERLY. THIS UNIT CURRENTLY HAS 16,500 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. THIS IS THE 2ND FUEL TANK TO BE MOUNTED ON THIS MOTORCYCLE. THE ORIGINAL TANK THAT WAS MOUNTED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · December 14, 2009

“I PURCHASED A NEW 2007 DUCATI GT1000 MOTORCYCLE IN LONGWOOD, FLORIDA IN JULY 2006. SINCE THAT TIME IT HAS BEEN BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP TWICE TO FIX AN ENGINE IDLE PROBLEM; THE VEHICLE WILL NOT IDLE CORRECTLY AND DIES WHEN STOPPING AT STOP SIGNS AND TRAFFIC LIGHTS, FORCING A RE-START. THIS IS VERY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 9, 2007

2007 Ducati Sport Classic — common questions

Is the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic reliable?

It is close to typical for the Sport Classic: 73 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2007 Sport Classic problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (64 complaints), body & structure (6 complaints), other (2 complaints).

Does the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2007 Ducati Sport Classic. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.