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Model year

2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260

Motorcycle, gasoline, built in Italy. Owner complaints on file from Mar 2, 2021 to Mar 8, 2022.

Recalls (1)Complaints (2)Investigations (1)Bulletins (27)
Recall campaigns covering this model year1493 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Close to the median 2018 motorcycle
Severity index0.02018 motorcycles average 6.0
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 peaked in 2021, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.7512021120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 name brakes

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Brakes
2
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
19V-825Nov 18, 2019Side stand may be improperly welded, potentially causing the stand to breakStructure493Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Mar 8, 2022Failure Nov 1, 20181 milesLafayette, CAService brakes

    The contact owns a 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260. The contact stated that extra brake travel time was needed to stop the motorcycle due to poor rear brake performance. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was 1. Vin invalid

    NHTSA complaint 11455689
  2. Filed Mar 2, 2021Failure Mar 1, 20218,900 milesMedford, NJService brakes

    REAR BRAKE IS VERY VERY WEAK, ALMOST NOT WORKING. IT HAS BEEN A STANDING PROBLEM SINCE NEW.

    NHTSA complaint 11398649
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

1 NHTSA investigation on file

  • PE21003 Preliminary evaluation, Brakes
    Extended Stopping Distance
    Opened Feb 18, 2021, closed Jul 9, 2021 · led to a recall
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
All investigations
Service bulletins

27 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

  • SRV-SRB-24-001 Jan 18, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the assessment criteria for identifying front fork-related defects. The purpose is prevent technicians from mistaki…
  • SRV-SRB-23-060 Dec 19, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Rear Brake System Update Summary. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels bulletin SRV-SRB-23-053 published on 10/17/2023. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of the availability of new rear brake hoses …
  • TTB-23-001 rev13 Sep 28, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 13 Summary: Applicability: Incorrect evaluation of the wear condition of front wheel bearings, and Error C1134 – High DRL temperature (update) for the Multistrada. Melting of coolant distributor due to engine overheating for all m…
  • SRV-SRB-23-040 Sep 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Checking Surface Wear on the Front Brake Caliper Connection Hose. Applicability: Multistrada 1200 MY 2010-2014 (all versions)' Multistrada 1200 MY 2015-2018 (all versions); Multistrada 1260 MY 2018-2020 (all versions). This service repair bulletin informs …
  • SRV-SRB-23-037 Jul 13, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Finial Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions. Applicability: All Models and Model Years (except XDiavel). This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletins: SRV-SRB-18-030 published on 05/11/2018, SRV-SRB-19-046 published on 12/31/2019, SRV-S…
  • SRV-SRB-23-036 Jul 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Guided Diagnosis for Front Brake System Bleeding. Applicability: All Models. This Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the previous bulletin SRV-SRB-20-014 published on 4/17/2020. It provides dealers and service managers with needed information to correc…
  • SRV-SRB-23-018R1 Jul 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine_Rev.01. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin instructs dealers and service managers on authorized procedures for identifying and isolating coolant and engine oil leak…
  • SRV-SRB-23-031 Jun 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Precautions to Follow During Crankcase Cleaning. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin informs dealers and service managers about precautions in using abrasive cleaners for engine component sealant, and in particular the crankcase covers. The bul…
  • SRV-SRB-23-018 May 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Procedure for Analysis and Control of Oil and Coolant Leaks from Engine. Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with troubleshooting guidance for oil or coolant leaks. This bulletin includes service instructions.
  • SRV-SRB-22-038 Sep 23, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All Models. This service repair bulletin provides dealers and service managers a provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over t…
  • SRV-TSB-22-010 Aug 5, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CR235 – Checking Proper Configuration of Options Installed on the Motorcycle. Applicability: All Models (USA & MEX country versions only) . This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers of required BBS electronic configuration for th…
  • TTB-22-001 Rv10 Jul 12, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tips and Tricks Summary Rev.10. Applicability: Multistrada. This bulletin provides instructions for correct bike battery charging and maintenance procedure.
  • SRV-SRB-22-031 Jul 18, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Overview of Rear Brake System Updates. Applicability: All US Models. This service bulletin provides a summary of the updates available for motorcycles that have Customer concerns about a slight elongation, over time and use, of rear brake pedal stroke. Thi…
  • SRV-SRB-22-020 May 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service Operation Manual Update 2022. Applicability: All Models, all model years. This service bulletin informs dealers and service manages of service and operations updates to the Operations Manual.
  • TTB-22-001_R 01 Mar 2, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tips & Tricks V 01 - Applicability: All models. Pg 13 : Possible damage to water pump gear oil seal. Diavel 1260 (all model versions). Pg. 15: Indication for replacement of brake hoses under warranty. Multistrada V4 PP, Pg. 41, Possible presence of error U1…
  • SRV-ESB-22-002 Mar 14, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Rules for Battery Replacement Under Warranty. Applicability: All models, all years. This Electronic Service Bulletin replaces and cancels SRV-ESB-19-001, published January 17, 2019. It provides dealers and service managers the correct replacement procedure…
  • TTB-20-001 r25 Feb 4, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tips & Tricks V25 - Applicability: All models. Pg 12 : Update of engine oil filter cartridge tightening torque. Multistrada V4 (all model versions). Pg. 38: Possible incorrect diameter of the silencer front or rear manifold in the Racing Exhaust Kit, Pg. 39…
  • TTB-20-001 rev20 Oct 26, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tips & Tricks. Applicability: All Models, All Model Years, P. 10-Error P0314 Validation: High misfire with risk of damaging the catalytic converter; P.11-Control unit reprogramming. Multistrada V4S All Model Years, P.30-Right-hand switch button backlightin…
  • SRV-TTB-21-001v3 Mar 2, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tips & Tricks Ver 03. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics include aftermarke…
  • SRV-TTB-20-001 r Mar 30, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tips & Tricks Ver 12. Applicability: All models, all model years. This Tips & Tricks bulletin informs dealers and service managers of non-safety time-saving efficiencies and observations, encountered by Ducati field technicians. Topics range from packagin…
  • SRV-SRB-21-013 Feb 23, 2021 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Rideability Complaints. Applicability: All Models. The purpose of this service bulletin is distribute a questionnaire to help dealers and service managers collect detailed information about any rideability complaints for models equipped with a 4-cylinder …
  • SRV-TSB-20-004 Apr 28, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    "CR191 – Rear Brake Hoses Check and Replace if Required - Monster 821 Model Year 2018-2020 (all versions). This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers a potential for the rear brake application to soften over time as a result of n…
  • SRV-TSB-20-002 Apr 9, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CR188 - Rear brake hose check and replace if req- Applicability: Monster 797 Model Year 2017-2020 (all models). This technical service bulletin informs dealers and service managers a potential for the rear brake application to soften over time as a result …
  • SRV-SRB-20-014 Apr 17, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Guided diagnosis for front brake system bleeding - Applicability: All vehicle models, all years. This Service Bulletin provides guidance for front brake system bleeding. It includes a "guided diagnosis" attachment, which outlines the sequence of operations…
  • SRV-ESB-20-001 Mar 19, 2020 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Ducati Immobilizer Systems - Applicability: All vehicles with electronic coded keys. This Electronic Service Bulletin replaces and cancels the bulletin SRV-ESB-18-004 published on May 3rd, 2018 and provides information regarding the Immobilizer Systems (en…
  • SRV-SRB-19-045 Dec 31, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Scheduled Maintenance Check List Update - Applicability: All models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with scheduled maintenance updates specific to each of Ducati's models. This includes updated mileage and time interval mainten…
  • SRV-SRB-19-046 Dec 31, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Final Drive Chain Maintenance Precautions - Applicability: All models and Model Years (except XDiavel). The purpose of this service bulletin is to further inform dealers and service managers of proper maintenance to ensure optimal performance and service l…
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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