2012 DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 ABS
1 recalls, 11 complaints - 51 TSBs
12V188000 May 1, 2012
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Defect Description
DUCATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 848, STREETFIGHTER, HYPERMOTARD, MULTISTRADA, AND MONSTER MOTORCYCLES. THE FRICTION MATERIAL MAY DETACH FROM THE BACKING PLATE OF THE REAR BRAKE PADS.
Consequence
IF THE FRICTION MATERIAL DETACHES, THERE WOULD BE A SUDDEN LOSS OF REAR BRAKE EFFICIENCY, INCREASING THE STOPPING DISTANCE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DUCATI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE, AS NECESSARY, THE REAR BRAKE PADS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 21, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 1-800-231-6696 OR GO TO THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.DUCATI.COM.
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 10 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 2, 2021
Incident date: Jan 1, 2013
THE REAR BRAKE IS INEFFECTIVE AT ANY SPEED. THE BLEEDER SCREW IS ON THE BOTTOM OF THE CALIPER AND IT MAKES IT IMPOSSIBLE TO PROPERLY BLEED. THE BRAKE LINE LEADING TO THE CALIPER IS TOO CLOSE TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAUSING THE FLUID IN THE LINE TO BOIL. I'VE DONE EVERYTHING I CAN THINK OF TO FIX ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 24, 2018
Incident date: Oct 21, 2018
THE REAR BRAKE BECOMES USELESS AFTER BLEEDING BY THE DEALER. THEY TESTED THE SYSTEM AND REPORTED IT HOLDS PRESSURE WITH NO ISSUE YET AFTER TIME TYPICALLY WITHIN 12 MONTHS THE BRAKE FAILURE OCCURS. THE ONLY REASONING GIVEN IS DESIGN WITH LOCATION TOO CLOSE TO THE HEAT SOURCE. THESE BIKES ARE NOT ENTR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 30, 2018
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
THE REAR BRAKE HAS BEEN A KNOWN ISSUE AMONG OWNERS (AND DUCATI MECHANICS). DUCATI IS ALSO WELL AWARE OF THE PROBLEM BUT HAS NOT OFFERED ANY TYPE OF FIX. THE PROBLEM IS THAT NO MATTER HOW OFTEN ONE BLEEDS THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM, WITHIN JUST A FEW HUNDRED MILES, THE REAR BRAKE NO LONGER HAS ANY EFFECT... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Dec 3, 2014
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 ABS. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH THE TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF FIRST AND SECOND GEAR WHEN UNDER HARD ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT DRUM. THE MANUFACTURE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 17, 2014
Incident date: Apr 18, 2012
THE REAR BRAKE DOES NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY. I HAVE ASKED DUCATI TO FIX THIS PROBLEM, AND AFTER 4 SEPARATE REPAIR SESSIONS IT IS STILL NOT FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY. THIS WILL CAUSE NO REAR BRAKES NEEDS A OFFICIAL RECALL! *TR
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 24, 2014
Incident date: Mar 24, 2014
REAR BRAKE IS INEFFECTIVE, PEDAL HAS EXCESSIVE TRAVEL AND SOFT. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 27, 2013
Incident date: Sep 7, 2013
REAR BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. NOTED TO BE INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO ACHIEVE STOPPING POWER WITH REAR BRAKE. SPONGY FEELING IN PEDAL AND PEDAL MUST BE DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY DOWN WITH BOOT HEEL TO ENGAGE. REAR BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR NOTED TO BE DISCOLORED WITH A BLACK AND DIRTY APPEAR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 27, 2013
Incident date: Aug 25, 2013
DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 - REAR BRAKES FAIL TO HOLD THE MOTORCYCLE'S POSITION ON AN INCLINE (HILL). MOTORCYCLE ROLLED BACKWARDS DESPITE APPLICATION OF REAR BRAKE. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 6, 2013
Incident date: Feb 1, 2013
THE REAR BRAKE ON THIS MOTORCYCLE IS NON FUNCTIONAL AND THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 5, 2012
Incident date: Aug 22, 2012
2012 DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 S TOURING. HAS NO REAR BRAKE. DUCATI INSTALLED "THE REAR BRAKE KIT" WHICH IS SOME SORT OF UPGRADE. THIS PROVIDED A VERY TEMPORARY FIX, THE REAR BRAKE WORKED BETTER THAN STOCK, BUT THEN QUICKLY RETURNED TO THE ORIGINAL STATE- NO REAR BRAKE. THIS MOTORCYCLE WAS PURCHASED I... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 1, 2012
Incident date: Jun 1, 2011
THE REAR BRAKE DOES NOT WORK, AND THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE ON A MOTORCYCLE. OVER SEVERAL HUNDRED MILES THE REAR BRAKE PEDAL SLOWLY INCREASES TRAVEL, AND THEN GOES TO THE STOP AND DOES NOT ENGAGE THE REAR BRAKE AT ALL. DUCATI HAS TRIED MULTIPLE TIMES TO FIX THIS (I ALSO OWNED A 2011 MULTISTRA... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 ABS
51 manufacturer communications from 29 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 12 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 8 |
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 6 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 3 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
SRV-SRB-24-001
Jan 18, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
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 technic
TTB-23-001 rev13
Sep 28, 2023
200000 WHEELS
Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 13 Summary: Applicability: Incorrect evaluation of the wear condition of front wheel bearings, and Error C1134 a?? High DRL temperature (update) for the Multistrada. Melting of coolant distributor due to engine ov
TTB-23-001 rev13
Sep 28, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 13 Summary: Applicability: Incorrect evaluation of the wear condition of front wheel bearings, and Error C1134 a?? High DRL temperature (update) for the Multistrada. Melting of coolant distributor due to engine ov
TTB-23-001 rev13
Sep 28, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 13 Summary: Applicability: Incorrect evaluation of the wear condition of front wheel bearings, and Error C1134 a?? High DRL temperature (update) for the Multistrada. Melting of coolant distributor due to engine ov
SRV-SRB-23-036
Jul 17, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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 info
SRV-SRB-23-037
Jul 13, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
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
SRV-SRB-23-037
Jul 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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
SRV-SRB-23-018R1
Jul 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 an
SRV-SRB-23-031
Jun 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 crankcas
SRV-SRB-23-018
May 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 s
SRV-SRB-23-009
Feb 28, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Overview of Rear Brake System Updates (USA). Applicability: All Models. This service bulletin provides dealers and service managers with a summary of the rear brake updates available for units with owner concerns involving rear brake funct
SRV-SRB-22-038
Sep 23, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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 e
SRV-TSB-22-010
Aug 5, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CR235 a?? 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 c
SRV-SRB-22-031
Jul 18, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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
TTB-22-001 Rv10
Jul 12, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tips and Tricks Summary Rev.10. Applicability: Multistrada. This bulletin provides instructions for correct bike battery charging and maintenance procedure.
SRV-SRB-22-020
May 2, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
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.
SRV-SRB-22-020
May 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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.
SRV-ESB-22-002
Mar 14, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 repl
TTB-22-001_R 01
Mar 2, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 pre
TTB-22-001_R 01
Mar 2, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 pre
TTB-22-001_R 01
Mar 2, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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 pre
TTB-20-001 r25
Feb 4, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
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 Ex
TTB-20-001 r25
Feb 4, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 Ex
TTB-20-001 rev20
Oct 26, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 b
TTB-20-001 rev20
Oct 26, 2021
220000 SEATS
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 b
TTB-20-001 rev20
Oct 26, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 b
SRV-TTB-20-001 r
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 ra
SRV-TTB-20-001 r
Mar 30, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 ra
SRV-TTB-20-001 r
Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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 ra
SRV-TTB-21-001v3
Mar 2, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3
Mar 2, 2021
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
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 i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3
Mar 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 i
SRV-TTB-21-001v3
Mar 2, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
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 i
SRV-SRB-21-013
Feb 23, 2021
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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 w
SRV-SRB-21-013
Feb 23, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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 w
SRV-SRB-20-014
Apr 17, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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 seque
SRV-ESB-20-001
Mar 19, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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 Immobi
SRV-ESB-20-001
Mar 19, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 Immobi
SRV-ESB-20-001
Mar 19, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
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 Immobi
SRV-SRB-19-045
Dec 31, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
SRV-SRB-19-046
Dec 31, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
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 performa
SRV-SRV-19-035
Oct 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides inst
SRV-SRV-19-035
Oct 8, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TiltWatch indicator for engine shipments - Applicability: all models, all years. This service repair bulletin informs dealers and service managers about the "TiltWatch" indicator being implemented on engine packages. It also provides inst
SRV-ESB-18-004
May 3, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Immobilizer Systems - This electronic service bulletin supersedes SRV-ESB-16-002 published 10/06/2016. it contains updated system information regarding Ducati Immobilizer Systems (engine start lock systems) for the listed year models. The
SRV--ESB-16-002
Jun 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS - THIS ELECTRONIC SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS DUCATI TECHNICIANS REGARDING DUCATI IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS (ENGINE START LOCK SYSTEMS) FOR ALL DUCATI MODELS FROM MODEL YEAR 2006 TO MODEL YEAR 2016. THIS BULLETIN ALSO CONTAINS A
SRV--ESB-16-002
Jun 15, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS - THIS ELECTRONIC SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS DUCATI TECHNICIANS REGARDING DUCATI IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS (ENGINE START LOCK SYSTEMS) FOR ALL DUCATI MODELS FROM MODEL YEAR 2006 TO MODEL YEAR 2016. THIS BULLETIN ALSO CONTAINS A
SRV--ESB-16-002
Jun 15, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS - THIS ELECTRONIC SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS DUCATI TECHNICIANS REGARDING DUCATI IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS (ENGINE START LOCK SYSTEMS) FOR ALL DUCATI MODELS FROM MODEL YEAR 2006 TO MODEL YEAR 2016. THIS BULLETIN ALSO CONTAINS A
SRV--ESB-16-002
Jun 15, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS - THIS ELECTRONIC SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS DUCATI TECHNICIANS REGARDING DUCATI IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMS (ENGINE START LOCK SYSTEMS) FOR ALL DUCATI MODELS FROM MODEL YEAR 2006 TO MODEL YEAR 2016. THIS BULLETIN ALSO CONTAINS A
SRV-SRB-16-017
May 23, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TRANSPARENT MAINTENANCEPOSTER AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST UPDATE - THIS SERVICE BULLETIN CONTAINS DUCATI SERVICE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. IT INCLUDES MAINTENANCE CHECKLISTS AND INTERVALS, AS WELL AS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR DISPLAY.
SRV-SRB-16-017
May 23, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TRANSPARENT MAINTENANCEPOSTER AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST UPDATE - THIS SERVICE BULLETIN CONTAINS DUCATI SERVICE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. IT INCLUDES MAINTENANCE CHECKLISTS AND INTERVALS, AS WELL AS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR DISPLAY.
SVC-13-016
Jun 14, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical specification sheet update
DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 ABS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 ABS across all model years (2012, 2012).
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Total Recalls
21
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
DUCATI MULTISTRADA 1200 ABS - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 10 | View |
| 2012 (current) | 1 | 11 |