2011 Ducati Multistrada problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (4) · Wheels (1) · Fuel/Propulsion System (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (53)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Wheels 2024-04-11 · SRV-TTB-24-001, Rev 07 · Other
tips & tricks revision 07 summary. applicability: hypermotard 698-possible coolant leakage from the water distributor. all models-precaution for the use of the hand-free fuel tank cap part no. 96681021aa – part no. 96680491a. all v4 models-possible lubrication problem on primary idle wheel.
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2024-03-27 · TTB-24-001 Rv5 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tips & tricks revision 05 summary. applicability: all models-sygic navigator app software bug for ios apple devices
Engine And Engine Cooling 2024-03-15 · TTB-24-001 Rv4 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tips & tricks revision 04 summary. applicability: multistrada-possible erratic idling rpm and hard starting, and engine noise. hypermotard-possible hard starting issues.
Vehicle Speed Control 2024-02-29 · TTB-24-001Rev 3 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tips & tricks revision 03 summary. applicability: multistrada-racing exhaust applicability. hypermotard-possible oil seep, loose handlebar feel, gearchange lever pin, standard faring elements characteristics.
Suspension 2024-02-26 · TTB-24-001Rev 2 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tips & tricks revision 02 summary. applicability: multistrada-front fork wiring, rear shock, and fuel level and range indication. hypermotard-exhaust heat guard hardware pitting. scrambler-cosmetic headlight defect. all models-pre-delivery operations, scheduled maintenance update.
Suspension 2024-01-18 · SRV-SRB-24-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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 oozing oil or assembly grease, for legit
Showing the 6 most recent of 53 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-09-25 · Service Brakes“went on my first ride. zero rear braking action. abs error light on.…”
2017-01-25 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 14,600 mi“my motorcycle has a faulty fuel sensor which has been replaced a total of three times a two year period and is broken again. the manufacturer is advising me this is out of warranty and ignoring the clear poor quality and/or design of this part which has required so many replacements in such a short time period. they are relying on the fact that mot…”
2015-07-23 · Service Brakes · 700 mi“the rear master cylinder was replaced during a service bulletin notice. the brake would fade then fail. this has happened numerous times even after the brake fluid was replaced at the dealer. the brake would work properly for a few hundred miles, fade, then fail. this is a very dangerous condition and affects virtually all ducati multi strada m…”
2015-02-05 · Service Brakes · 5,000 mi“the rear brake will fade until it is complete unusable. then it gets rebled and works for a day or two and then is unusable again. ducati sent out a service bulletin and my dealership installed new parts per the service bulletin, but the rear brakes have failed again! they are dangerous! i have quit using the rear brake because i know i can't c…”
2014-08-28 · Service Brakes · 15,000 mi“rear brakes have failed four times. they have failed three times after the last recall. the brake fluid in the reservoir heats up because of its location near the exhaust pipe and chemically breaks down causing fading and failure of the brake. this is a widely known problem with these motorcycles. according to ducati service representatives, duc…”
2014-03-27 · Wheels · 23,030 mi“while preparing to removing the front wheel from my 2011 ducati multistrada 1200st, i noticed the lower portion of right front fork leg that pinches the wheel axle was broken. this concerned me very much as this holds the front wheel axle tight so that it does not come loose. i was preparing to take a three day, 1100 mile trip. i looked at the d…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.