- 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
2018 Ducati Multistrada Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2018 Ducati Multistrada with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in December 2017 for the master cylinder. For comparison, the 2017 has 0 and the 2019 has 6.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Multistrada year, for its age
#305 most complained-about 2018 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2018 Ducati Multistrada problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2018 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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2 complaints about the 2018 Ducati Multistrada
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The motorcycle has had occasional issues of stalling while riding if I pull the clutch in while coasting to a stop. For example coming up to a light or stop sign, I would anticipate the stop and downshift and pull the clutch in, resulting In a stall. Yesterday while setting the cruise control at 40 MPH and cruising down the street, the bike just stalled and turned off while being on cruise control. I was able to restrat the bike when I stopped. I notified the dealership and will be taking it in on the 11th of May.
I was riding for around 4 hours on the interstate. I came off the interstate and onto the surface streets. I was entering a park with a dirt road and parking lot. I went to apply the rear brake for stopping on dirt. The rear brake lever cycled through the entire stroke. I pumped the rear brake lever and no pressure was built up. I had to use the front brake to stop on the dirt. After visiting the park about 20 minutes the bike was ridden to a gas station and the rear brake still failed to work. The bike was then...
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ridden to a local hotel still with no rear brake. The next morning I tested the rear brake before leaving for the day. The rear brake had normal pressure and a very short lever stroke and would stop the wheel (center stand). After riding on the interstate for 2 hours I pulled off for gas and the brake would not engage. Since returning home from my trip I have experienced the same thing repeatedly, bike cold rear brake works, bike hot no rear brake.
Ducati Multistrada: every year compared
All Multistrada years2018 Ducati Multistrada vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ducati Multistrada | 2 | 1 | C | |
| 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 | 7 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Monster 821 | 3 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Monster 1200 | 3 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Scrambler | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Panigale V4 S | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Panigale 959 | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2018 Ducati Diavel | 1 | 0 | A | 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 2018 Ducati Multistrada
Does the 2018 Ducati Multistrada have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 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 2018 Ducati Multistrada?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), engine & cooling (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 2018 Ducati Multistrada had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 11, 2019 and the latest on May 5, 2022. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2018 Ducati Multistrada a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 51 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 2018 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