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2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2016 compare to other Multistrada 1200 years?

Multistrada 1200 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted4 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 2 complaints2012: 1 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 4 complaints2015: 0 complaints2016: 3 complaints2017: 0 complaints
Multistrada 1200 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes3100%

Does the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V274000SuspensionApril 25, 2017 · 568 units

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Multistrada 1200 Enduro motorcycles. The motorcycle's rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may crack and possibly detach from the swingarm.

Consequence

If the rear shock absorber detaches from the swingarm, the motorcycle's handling would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear shock absorber assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-17-002.

15V637000Body & StructureOctober 9, 2015 · 869 units

Defect

Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Multistrada 1200 and 1200 S motorcycles manufactured December 1, 2014, to June 11, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side-stand may break, due to an incorrect length of the side-stand support tube.

Consequence

If the side-stand breaks, the motorcyle would fall over, increasing the risk of injury to the rider and/or the passenger.

Remedy

Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand support tubes, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2015. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. The recall number for this recall is RCL-15-003.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“REAR BRAKE IS BASICALLY USELESS. I DON'T HAVE THE MONEY TO PAY A DUCATI DEALER $180.00 AN HOUR TO BLEED THE BRAKE FOR ME, SO I DO IT MYSELF. WORKS FOR A BIT, THEN GOES AWAY AND BARELY STOPS THE WHEEL WHEN I DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. IT HAS BEEN THIS WAY SINCE NEW AND DUCATI HAS NOT OFFICIALLY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 7, 2016

2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 — common questions

Is the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.