Model year guide

2009 Ducati Monster

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Ducati Monster is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2009 Ducati Monster — representative photo
Representative photo

2009 Ducati Monster at a glance

Safety recalls1

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

2009 Ducati Monster recalls 1

Electrical System:wiring NHTSA Campaign #09V142000 · manufacturer #RCL-09-001 · NHTSA lists this under Monster 696 · 29/04/2009

DUCATI IS RECALLING 1,755 MY 2009 MONSTER 696 MOTORCYCLES. THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE VERTICAL CYLINDER HEAD AND EXHAUST PIPE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO THE MOTORCYCLE AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO THE RIDER.

Fix: DEALERS WILL CHECK FOR INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS AND THE VERTICAL CYLINDER HEAD AND EXHAUST PIPE. DEALERS WILL REPOSITION AND FASTEN THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS TO THE FRAME FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 800-231-6696.

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.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 29

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 29.

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 purpose is prevent technicians from mistaking…

Bulletin SRV-SRB-24-001 · Suspension · Jan 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 managers with needed information to correctly b…

Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-036 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 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-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, SRV-SRB-2…

Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-037 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Power Train · Jul 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 isolating coolant and engine oil leaks.…

Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-018R1 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 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 particular the crankcase covers. The bullet…

Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-031 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2023

Tips and Tricks Revision 7 Summary. Range and motor error codes for the Multistrada; assembly procedure of the brake caliper mounting plate when refitting the rear wheel for the Monster; oil seal install instructions on dry clutch housing for the Panigale; and…

Bulletin TTB-23-001 rev07 · Structure, Electrical System, Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 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. This bulletin includes service instructions.

Bulletin SRV-SRB-23-018 · Engine And Engine Cooling · May 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 concerns about a slight elongation, over time…

Bulletin SRV-SRB-22-038 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 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 required BBS electronic configuration for the…

Bulletin SRV-TSB-22-010 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Aug 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 use, of rear brake pedal stroke. This Se…

Bulletin SRV-SRB-22-031 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MONSTER 696. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Ducati Monster

The Ducati Monster is a standard, or naked bike, motorcycle designed by Miguel Angel Galluzzi and produced by Ducati in Bologna, Italy, since 1991. In 2005, Monster sales accounted for over half of Ducati's worldwide sales. Like most modern Ducati motorcycles, it has a 90° V-twin engine, called an L-twin by Ducati, with desmodromic valves, and tubular steel trellis frame, designed by Fabio Taglioni (1920–2001).

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

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2009 Ducati Monster — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Ducati Monster have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2009 Ducati Monster. 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.

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