2012 Ducati Multistrada Problems: 3 Known Issues
2012 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2012 Ducati Multistrada has 3 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Throttle cable sleeve can stop the throttle closing — recall 15V152.
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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.
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What are the most common Ducati Multistrada problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2012 Ducati Multistrada has 3 documented issues. Documented issues include: Throttle cable sleeve can stop the throttle closing — recall 15V152, Hands-free key not recognised, bike won't switch on — bulletin SRV-ESB-20-001, Fuel gauge shows the wrong level — bulletin SRV-ESB-20-004. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Ducati Multistrada reliable?
The 2012 Ducati Multistrada has 3 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Throttle cable sleeve can stop the throttle closing — recall 15V152. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2010-2014 Ducati Multistrada Throttle cable sleeve can stop the throttle closing — recall 15V152?
The inner sleeve of the throttle-opening cable could disengage and obstruct the throttle as it closes, so the rider may be unable to close the throttle properly. Ducati says this could damage the motorcycle and increase the risk of a crash; the throttle turning stiffer than usual… Severity: high.
What is the 2010-2017 Ducati Multistrada Hands-free key not recognised, bike won't switch on — bulletin SRV-ESB-20-001?
The Hands Free system can fail to recognise the battery-powered active key, so the ignition will not switch on and the bike has to be started with the owner's PIN code. Ducati's bulletin gives a key reset for this, and owners in the linked threads report it happening with no low-… Severity: low.
What is the 2010-2014 Ducati Multistrada Fuel gauge shows the wrong level — bulletin SRV-ESB-20-004?
Ducati issued a dealer procedure for Multistrada 1200s whose instrument panel shows an incorrect fuel level. The fault can be in the fuel-level sensor, its wiring or its connector, and Ducati says it has developed a new-generation, more reliable level sensor. Applies to: 2010–201… Severity: low.
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