Ducati Multistrada 1200 problems & recalls

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain 2016-2017 multistrada 1200 enduro motorcycles. the motorcycle's rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may crack and possibly detach from the swingarm.

Risk: If the rear shock absorber detaches from the swingarm, the motorcycle's handling would be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear shock absorber assembly, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin may 22, 2017. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. ducati's number for this recall is srv-rcl-17-002.

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 multistrada 1200 and 1200 s motorcycles manufactured december 1, 2014, to june 11, 2015. in the affected vehicles, the side-stand may break, due to an incorrect length of the side-stand support tube.

Risk: If the side-stand breaks, the motorcyle would fall over, increasing the risk of injury to the rider and/or the passenger.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side-stand support tubes, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on november 5, 2015. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. the recall number for this recall is rcl-15-003.

Problem: Ducati north america (ducati) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 multistrada 1200 motorcycles. the inner sleeve of the opening throttle cable may move and prevent the full closing of the throttle.

Risk: If the throttle cannot be fully closed, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Fix: Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the upper throttle cover with one that prevents the inner throttle sleeve from moving, free of charge. the recall began on may 11, 2015. owners may contact ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. ducati's number for this recall is rcl-15-001.