Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V188000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V188000 by Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.. Includes 2,428 affected units, FUEL HOSE CONNECTION, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Piaggio is recalling 2,428 my 2006-2008 bv 500 and my 2005-2007 x9 500 scooters. the fuel hose connecting the fuel filter to the fuel pump may come loose. if this fuel hose connection is loose, or has become completely disconnected, then there will be a drop in, or loss of, fuel pressure to the engine.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the length of fuel hose connecting the fuel pump to the fuel filter free of charge. the recall began on july 3, 2009. owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4400.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V188000

Manufacturer: Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2009-06-02T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel hose connection

Component: Fuel System, Other

Potentially Affected Units: 2,428

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Piaggio is recalling 2,428 my 2006-2008 bv 500 and my 2005-2007 x9 500 scooters. the fuel hose connecting the fuel filter to the fuel pump may come loose. if this fuel hose connection is loose, or has become completely disconnected, then there will be a drop in, or loss of, fuel pressure to the engine.

Consequence Summary: Loss of fuel pressure and engine stalling will increase the risk of a crash. a fuel leak can also result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the length of fuel hose connecting the fuel pump to the fuel filter free of charge. the recall began on july 3, 2009. owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4400.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-caik~hjsb_ji7y

NHTSA ID: 09V188000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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