2008 Ducati Multistrada Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 6, 2009 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Multistrada years
Not enough data 7th of 14 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Ducati Multistrada. That ranks 7th out of 14 Multistrada model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2008 Ducati Multistrada problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline3 · ~5,000 mi
Wheels1 · ~2,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline3100%5,000——
Wheels133%2,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2009, with 2 complaints
2008: 1200812009: 220092

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2008 Ducati Multistrada recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Ducati Multistrada.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The plastic fuel tank on my 2008 ducati multistrada 1100s motorcycle is expanding and deforming. So far my tank has only cracks in the paint, as well as fitment issues on the motorcycle's frame, but i am concerned about an eventual failure of the tank from continued deformation, causing fuel…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Dec 6, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10294634

The plastic fuel tank has expanded to the point where there is interference between the plastic tank and other hard points. Difficult to remove for routine service due to misalignment with mounting hole/fasteners. Bodywork making contact where gaps should exist. Evidence of fuel seepage at…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Dec 5, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10294577

2008 ducati gt 1000 with faulty gas tank and spokes that are rusting. *tr

Wheels · received Dec 19, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10252312

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Ducati Multistrada?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, wheels problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Ducati Multistrada?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2008 Ducati Multistrada a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Multistrada model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.