The 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 has 3 recalls, the most serious being a rear shock absorber eyelet that can crack and break free from the swingarm, causing the rear suspension to collapse and the motorcycle to become uncontrollable.
The shock absorber issue affects Multistrada 1200 Enduro trims specifically. There is also a structural concern: the side stand can break due to an incorrectly sized support tube, causing the motorcycle to fall over and potentially injuring the rider or a passenger.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear shock absorber's lower connection point may crack and separate from the swingarm.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The rear shock absorber's lower connection point can break and detach from the swing arm, causing the rear suspension to collapse and increasing crash risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber with a revised part.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The side-stand support tube has incorrect length, which can cause the side-stand to break.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the side-stand support tubes at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
