Model year guide

2008 Ducati Hypermotard

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Ducati Hypermotard is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2008 Ducati Hypermotard — representative photo
Representative photo

2008 Ducati Hypermotard at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints3

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2008 Ducati Hypermotard recalls 1

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:cables NHTSA Campaign #07V474000 · 10/10/2007

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE BATTERY CAN MOVE SIDE TO SIDE INSIDE THE FUEL TANK MOUNTING COMPARTMENT. THIS MOVEMENT COULD RESULT IN MAIN WIRING HARNESS DAMAGE AT THE BATTERY TERMINAL. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CONSEQUENTLY STOPPING THE ENGINE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BATTERY MOUNTING BRACKET AND TWO DOUBLE LOCK VELCRO STRIPS ON THE BOTTOM OF THE BATTERY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI MOTORCYCLES AT 1-408-253-0499.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2008 Ducati Hypermotard common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Other
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2008 Ducati Hypermotard vehicles on record

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2008 Ducati Hypermotard — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Ducati Hypermotard have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Ducati Hypermotard. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ducati Hypermotard?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline, other.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.