2018 Ducati Multistrada problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (1) · Power Train (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder 2017-12-15 · campaign 17V812000 · 6,758 vehicles
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2015-2018 1299 motorcycles (including STD, S, FE and SL models), Monster 1200 motorcycles (including S and R models), Multistrada motorcycles (including S and PP models), 2015-2017 Panigale R, 2016-2018 XDaviel S motorcycles and 2017-2018 Scrambler 800 Café Racer motorcycles. These motorcycles are equipped with Brembo front brake master cylinders that may fail.
Risk: If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder piston, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 15, 2018. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696.
Service bulletins (60)
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 60 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2022-05-05 · Power Train“the motorcycle has had occasional issues of stalling while riding if i pull the clutch in while coasting to a stop. for example coming up to a light or stop sign, i would anticipate the stop and downshift and pull the clutch in, resulting in a stall. yesterday while setting the cruise control at 40 mph and cruising down the street, the bike just s…”
2019-04-11 · Service Brakes · 2,000 mi“i was riding for around 4 hours on the interstate. i came off the interstate and onto the surface streets. i was entering a park with a dirt road and parking lot. i went to apply the rear brake for stopping on dirt. the rear brake lever cycled through the entire stroke. i pumped the rear brake lever and no pressure was built up. i had to use the fr…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.