Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V033000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V033000 by Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.. Includes 740 affected units, DRIVABILITY ISSUES, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Piaggio is recalling 740 my 2008-2009 aprilia scarabeo 100 motorcycles. in the evaporative emission system there are hoses connecting the fuel tank to the charcoal canister through which the evaporative emission passes. it has shown that the emission hoses to the canister were pinched and/or crimped. in other cases the hoses in and out of the charcoal canister were installed backwards, the roll over valve for the fuel tank was installed incorrectly, and in other cases there was dirt in the carburetor and still others had faulty float valves in the carburetor.

Corrective Action

Dealers will double check the installation of the evaporative emission systems hoses and components to will ensure that there are no restrictions. the emission system hose will be re-routed and the installation of one way valves as per approved re-routing instructions will ensure that the system is assembled and operating correctly. the remedy is free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during february 2009. owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4431.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V033000
Manufacturer: Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2009-01-29T00:00:00
Subject: Drivability issues
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 740

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Piaggio is recalling 740 my 2008-2009 aprilia scarabeo 100 motorcycles. in the evaporative emission system there are hoses connecting the fuel tank to the charcoal canister through which the evaporative emission passes. it has shown that the emission hoses to the canister were pinched and/or crimped. in other cases the hoses in and out of the charcoal canister were installed backwards, the roll over valve for the fuel tank was installed incorrectly, and in other cases there was dirt in the carburetor and still others had faulty float valves in the carburetor.
Consequence Summary: The engine may flood with fuel causing difficulty in starting and the possibility of stalling. it is also possible for fuel to leak from the carburetor onto the ground. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Dealers will double check the installation of the evaporative emission systems hoses and components to will ensure that there are no restrictions. the emission system hose will be re-routed and the installation of one way valves as per approved re-routing instructions will ensure that the system is assembled and operating correctly. the remedy is free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during february 2009. owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4431.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-kve4~bse8.v5dd
NHTSA ID: 09V033000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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