UNKNOWN- My 2012 Ducati Multistrada V4S is equipped with Blind Spot Warning and Adaptive Cruse Control. The systems have been approved, and are being used in many European countries without incident as the data shows. I have been informed by my US dealer that the US Department of Transportation has not approved the use these potentially life saving systems for my motorcycle. The systems were made active for the media to test and evaluate on US highways without incident. While this may not technically be a complaint against the manufacturer (Ducati), it is more of a question/complaint as to why the DOT has not approved these safety systems that would make me a safer driver and potentially save my life. I am sure there are good reasons - please help me understand.
The worst 2021 Ducati Multistrada problems
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- Driver assistance1
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- Driver assistance1
Recalls 1
Engine
- What is wrong
- Ducati North America (Ducati) is recalling certain 2021 Multistrada V4 S motorcycles. Excessive wear of the valve guides may cause the valve head to break.
- Risk
- A broken valve head may decrease the acceleration and performance of the engine, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Ducati will notify owners, and the dealer will replace the entire motorcycle engine with another engine, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2021. Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1‑888‑391‑5446. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-21-002.
Recall number 21V212000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Ducati Multistrada 66
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Tips & Tricks Revision 07 Summary
- Tips & Tricks Revision 05 Summary
- Tips & Tricks Revision 04 Summary
- Tips & Tricks Revision 03 Summary
- Tips & Tricks Revision 02 Summary
- Procedure for Assessing Front Fork Oil Leaks
- Rear Brake System Update Summary
- Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 16 Summary: Applicability: Multistrada-Orientation of the side stand springs,...
- Tips & Tricks Summary Rev. 15 Summary: Applicability: Multistrada
- Rear Brake System Update Summary
What 2021 Ducati Multistrada owners say
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Is the 2021 Ducati Multistrada reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2021 Ducati Multistrada, fewer than a typical Multistrada model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Ducati Multistrada?
Driver assistance and stability, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ducati Multistrada have?
1 recall, covering engine.
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