Moto Guzzi North America | NHTSA Recall #03V487000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V487000 by Moto Guzzi North America. Includes 64 affected units, MOTO GUZZI/ENGINE CONNECTING RODS, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain motorcycles, under extended running speeds near the engine's revolution limit, the engine's connecting rod bolts can fail.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install new, redesigned connecting rods and bolts. owner notification began december 14, 2003. owners should contact moto guzzi at 1-877-aprilia (1-877-277-4542).

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V487000

Manufacturer: Moto Guzzi North America

Report Received Date: 2003-11-26T00:00:00

Subject: Moto guzzi/engine connecting rods

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 64

Details

MFR Campaign Number: I01EA5

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain motorcycles, under extended running speeds near the engine's revolution limit, the engine's connecting rod bolts can fail.

Consequence Summary: Should such a failure occur, the motorcycle's engine can suddenly stop turning or "lock," requiring the operator to disengage the clutch in order to maintain control of the motorcycle. if the clutch is not disengaged, the operator can lose of control of the motorcycle, which could result in a crash, personal injury, or death.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install new, redesigned connecting rods and bolts. owner notification began december 14, 2003. owners should contact moto guzzi at 1-877-aprilia (1-877-277-4542).

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-68uz-mw5h-d4ud

NHTSA ID: 03V487000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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