2012 Ducati Multistrada problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (8)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (42)
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 42 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-10-16 · Service Brakes“the bike has 12.600 miles and has gone to the dealership for all its work and inspections prior to this brake failure. rear brake failure, the bike is available for inspection. luckily that i wasn't going fast when it happened i took the bike to the new haven power sport ducati dealer they said that shouldn't happen, maybe the manufacturer failed …”
2022-08-02 · Service Brakes“i have had repeated issues where the rear brake fades during hot weather riding. also, the rear brake has to be bled fairly often in order to operate. i have read this is a common complaint for my model. the dealer has no input towards a solution. …”
2021-06-18 · Service Brakes“rear brakes have almost no stopping power at all. have tried several suggested servicing techniques such as new pads, bleeding mrake system (multiple times). no improvement. have owned several motorcycles and none have had such poor braking system. front seems to work fine, rear is basically non-existent.…”
2021-06-13 · Service Brakes“rear brakes won’t even work strong enough to hold the bike on a hill without being pumped several times. brake system has been bleed with new fluid with no improvement. stopping distance is reduced by a subpar rear brake system. …”
2021-06-07 · Service Brakes“the rear brake of this motorcycle is a known defect, the problem is discussed and mentioned on almost all internet forums and discussion places. in my person experience the rear brake goes soft quickly and eventually does not work to stop the bike at all. after i have the bike serviced by a ducati dealer the brake will work for a period of a few we…”
2021-06-02 · Service Brakes“the rear brake has been inadequate since new. pedal has been inconsistent with master cylinder requiring frequent bleeding. this has been a persistent long term problem. even so, and in consideration that this is just the rear brake and therefore of lesser power, rear braking power is minimal to virtually none and not up to the standard of the fr…”
2021-03-25 · Service Brakes · 27,000 mi“the rear brake is inoperative. servicing the system will yield moderate performance for a short time, but eventually, sometimes after very short periods of time (days) the system will again, become inoperative.…”
2021-03-02 · Service Brakes · 8,000 mi“the rear brake does not function as it should, almost no stopping power at all, even at very low speeds…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.