Ducati Multistrada: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Ducati Multistrada across 8 model years: 0 owner complaints and 82 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 202 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 169 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 88 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 32 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 8 |
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Tips & Tricks Revision 07 Summary. Applicability
- Tips & Tricks Revision 05 Summary. Applicability
- Tips & Tricks Revision 04 Summary. Applicability
- Tips & Tricks Revision 03 Summary. Applicability
- Tips & Tricks Revision 02 Summary. Applicability
- Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability
- Rear Brake System Update Summary. Applicability
- Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 16 Summary
- Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 15 Summary
- Rear Brake System Update Summary. Applicability
- Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 13 Summary
- Checking Surface Wear on the Front Brake Caliper Connection Hose. Applicability
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.