Gas gauge is non functional, and Ducati has not been able to rectify this for many years! Ducati is on revision H of the fuel level sender, and still have non-functionality issues. Not knowing how much fuel can lead to sudden loss of power. It's happened many times on this motorcycle.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Ducati Multistrada Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2013 Ducati Multistrada with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (3) and the fuel system (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2012 has 8 and the 2014 has 3.
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BFewer problems than a typical Multistrada year, for its age
#278 most complained-about 2013 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2013 Ducati Multistrada problems
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No recalls for the 2013 Ducati Multistrada
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Ducati Multistrada. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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4 complaints about the 2013 Ducati Multistrada
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Front Brakes do not function at all if the motorcycle is not used for over a week. Brake lever goes all the way to the hand grip, with no resistance at all. "Pumping" the lever yields no improvement. Front brake remains non-functional until the master cylinder is bled (there is a bleeder fitting right on the master cylinder). Front brake will work after expelling a small amount of air from said bleeder. The brake might work for the next ride, but then becomes non-functional again after a few days. Extended...
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stopping distance is obvious. Luckily the rear brake works But front brakes provide 70 to 80% of the stopping power, I feel this is a serious safety hazard. Also, I've been fortunate to notice this when maneuvering the m/c out of my garage.
Rear brake always has soft mushy feel, even after flushing system. Forces me to use front brake as primary braking system. Can be an issue when trying to stop quickly to avoid an accident. Heard from many other Ducati Multistrada riders that this is a common known issue. Since motorcycle in out of warranty, if has not been fixed or inspected by dealer. This has always been an issue since owning the motorcycle, no warning light to provide help in knowing how to fix issue.
I purchased this motorcycle brand new in 2014. Since that time, the rear brake has never worked properly. It is extremely weak and does very little to slow down the motorcycle. It is available for inspection upon request. Many times I have used the rear brakes (in conjunction with the front brakes) and the rears do very little to slow down the motorcycle. In a panic stop situation, the rear brakes don't add anything significant to the stopping power. Multiple dealerships have inspected the rear brake and...
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have told me that the weak rear brake is "normal" on all Ducatis and especially the Multistrada. Some have called the rear brakes "worthless." There were no warning messages, but the problem has persisted since the initial purchase of the motorcycle in 2014.
Ducati Multistrada: every year compared
All Multistrada years2013 Ducati Multistrada vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Ducati Multistrada | 4 | 0 | B | |
| 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Abs | 10 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale | 5 | 6 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Hypermotard | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200 | 3 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Diavel | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati Monster | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Ducati 848 | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2013 Ducati Multistrada
Does the 2013 Ducati Multistrada have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Ducati Multistrada right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ducati Multistrada?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (3), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2013 Ducati Multistrada had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 12, 2021 and the latest on February 3, 2023. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2013 Ducati Multistrada a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 63 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Ducati Multistrada year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ducati Multistrada years have the most complaints?
2012 (8), 2011 (6), 2019 (6). See every Ducati Multistrada year compared.
What should I do if my 2013 Ducati Multistrada has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data