2021 Ducati Multistrada problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection (1)
Safety recalls (1)
Engine 2021-03-25 · campaign 21V212000 · 129 vehicles
Defect: Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Multistrada V4 S motorcycles. Excessive wear of the valve guides may cause the valve head to break.
Risk: A broken valve head may decrease the acceleration and performance of the engine, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and the dealer will replace the entire motorcycle engine with another engine, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-888-391-5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-002.
Service bulletins (66)
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
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What owners report
2021-06-08 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“unknown- my 2012 ducati multistrada v4s is equipped with blind spot warning and adaptive cruse control. the systems have been approved, and are being used in many european countries without incident as the data shows. i have been informed by my us dealer that the us department of transportation has not approved the use these potentially life saving…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.