2005 Ducati Multistrada 1000 S 2005 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 100%of 8 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Ducati Multistrada 1000 S 2005, 100% of the 8 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2005 Ducati multistrada fuel tank expanded to such a point it could not be removed to perform the required engine services. Tank was replaced 07-09. New tank is showing signs of same problem. Other owners have experienced leaking fuel. It is critical that the fuel tank be removable to maintain the engine components. The dealer says that Ducati will replace the tank again but the question is how many times will they do it as the model is no longer in production.”
NHTSA complaint #10360090, filed 2010-10, 20,000 miles“Fuel tank was leaking near fuel filter opening under the seat of motorcycle. Tank was replaced with new tank under warranty. Old tank had become warped. Replacement tank has evidence of warping, but no leak at the moment.”
NHTSA complaint #10355720, filed 2010-09, 11,000 miles“My motorcycle came with a polyamide pa6 gas tank which expanded. The dimensions of the tank increased until it did not sit correctly in the frame, the handlebar switch hit the tank when turned to the right, the front suspension fork tube hit the tank when steered to the left, and the tank became nearly impossible to remove for routine maintenance. In addition, the front and rear bodywork panels, which attach to the tank, began to become damaged at their attachment points due to the pressure on them from the expanding tank. …”
NHTSA complaint #10381718, filed 2011-02, 600 miles“Fuel leaking and puddling under the bike. The fuel tank is expanding, causing it too leak at the fuel pump flange. Gas drips onto the back tire. House and garage stink of gasoline.”
NHTSA complaint #10356257, filed 2010-09, 650 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Ducati multistrada 1000s motorcycle. The contact stated that the fuel tank was beginning to deform and expand due to the plastic composite material it was manufacturer from. The contact stated that the dimensions of the tank had changed and the body panels were not lining up properly. The contact was concerned that the fuel tank was adjacent to the exhaust system and over the rear wheel which could result in a fire if the tank continued to deform. The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. …”
NHTSA complaint #10351934, filed 2010-08, 11,800 milesRelated recalls
- 11V020000Jan 24, 2011Ducati is recalling certain model year 2006 multistrada 620, model year 2003-2006, multistrada 1000, and model year 2007-2009, multistrada 1100 motorcycles…Covers: Ducati Multistrada 1000 S 2005 2005, MTS 1000 2003–2004, 2006, MTS 620 2006
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 8 | 100% |
Other parts of the 2005 Ducati Multistrada 1000 S 2005
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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