2012 Ducati Multistrada

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2012 Ducati Multistrada
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:44:44.467Z

Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ducati Multistrada Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 highlighted. 2007: 1 complaints 2007 2008: 3 complaints 2011: 6 complaints 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 3 complaints 2015: 2 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2017: 0 complaints 2017 2018: 2 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2019 2020: 6 complaints 2021: 1 complaints 2021 2022: 3 complaints 2022
2012: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
20071
20083
20116
20128
20134
20143
20152
20164
20170
20182
20196
20206
20211
20223

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

8 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes.

Show complaint excerpts

The rear brake has been inadequate since new. Pedal has been inconsistent with master cylinder requiring frequent bleeding. This has been a persistent long term problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210602

THE REAR BRAKE IS INOPERATIVE. SERVICING THE SYSTEM WILL YIELD MODERATE PERFORMANCE FOR A SHORT TIME, BUT EVENTUALLY, SOMETIMES AFTER VERY SHORT PERIODS OF TIME (DAYS) THE SYSTEM WILL AGAIN, BECOME INOPERATIVE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210325

THE REAR BRAKE DOES NOT FUNCTION AS IT SHOULD, ALMOST NO STOPPING POWER AT ALL, EVEN AT VERY LOW SPEEDS

NHTSA ODI report, 20210302

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20210218 — PE (closed 20210709)

Extended Stopping Distance

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 Ducati Multistrada — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2012 Ducati Multistrada reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ducati Multistrada?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 Ducati Multistrada have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.