- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2016 Ducati Multistrada Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2016 Ducati Multistrada with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (3) and the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in December 2017 for the master cylinder. For comparison, the 2015 has 2 and the 2017 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Multistrada year, for its age
#269 most complained-about 2016 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2016 Ducati Multistrada problems
Share of all 4 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2016 Ducati Multistrada recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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4 complaints about the 2016 Ducati Multistrada
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Was riding yesterday and the rear brake does not work at all. The rear brake is non-functional. This been an issue since new and the dealer says this is a known problem but nothing can be done to fix the issue.
Have had to have the brakes bleed twice a year since purchasing .Rear brake fades and is almost non existent, worse as the bike heats up numerous times have been to the dealer and have been told this is normal for a ducati.I do not feel safe , and dread the day when I really need them.
Not sure if the last complaint went through so he I go again. My motorcycle has two manufactured defects. The motorcycle overheats in city traffic causing the motorcycle to shut off because the computer and the motorcycle engine get too hot. This also causes other issues because the motorcycle always runs hot. The clutch fluid can boil and seals fail on the clutch slave cylinder. Mine went at 6000 miles leaking fluid causing me to have no ability to shift the motorcycle due to a design flaw. Please investigate...
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these two flaws before someone gets hurt or killed on these ducati motorcycles. The problem is well known. I have a scheduled repair providing the dealership and the manufacturer do something. Probably get the same faulty part installed but new version of them. Overheating problem probably won't ever get fixed.
I had been riding down the freeway for around 50 min and the motorcycle had been all ok. I tried to apply the front brakes and nothing happened. I managed to somehow stop without incident using the rear brake. When I pulled over I found the from brake line had completely failed on the right hand side.
Ducati Multistrada: every year compared
All Multistrada years2016 Ducati Multistrada vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Ducati Multistrada | 4 | 1 | C | |
| 2016 Ducati Scrambler | 4 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200S | 4 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 | 3 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Diavel | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati 1299 | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2016 Ducati Monster 1200 | 1 | 2 | B | 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 2016 Ducati Multistrada
Does the 2016 Ducati Multistrada have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Ducati Multistrada: master cylinder (December 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ducati Multistrada?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (3), engine & cooling (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2016 Ducati Multistrada had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 1, 2016 and the latest on March 13, 2022. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2016 Ducati Multistrada a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as 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 2016 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