How many recalls does the 2016 Ducati Multistrada have?

The 2016 Ducati Multistrada has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2016 Ducati Multistrada has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2016 Ducati Multistrada?

Of 5 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is service brakes.

2016 Ducati Multistrada Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2016 Ducati Multistrada has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 6,758 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 17V812000 2017-12-15 6,758 affected

Defect

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 CafÃ© Racer…

Consequence

If the front brake master cylinder fails, the loss of front braking ability can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES

ENGINE

POWER TRAIN

Total complaints5

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“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.”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2022-03-12

“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…”

ENGINE · reported 2018-05-30

“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…”

POWER TRAIN · reported 2018-05-30

“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.”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2017-01-06

“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…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2016-07-31