Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #10V029000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V029000 by Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.. Includes 335 affected units, ENGINE FAILURE, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Piaggio is recalling certain model year 2010 aprilia rsv4 "factory" and rsv4 "r" motorcycles manufactured between july 2, 2009, and october 30, 2009. in manufacturing the connecting rods, a process was used to straighten the rod in order to meet specifications. this process introduced stresses into the rods which greatly affected strength and reliability.

Corrective Action

Piaggio will notify owners and replace the engines free of charge. the safety recall began on january 25, 2010. owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4431.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V029000
Manufacturer: Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2010-01-29T00:00:00
Subject: Engine failure
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 335

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Piaggio is recalling certain model year 2010 aprilia rsv4 "factory" and rsv4 "r" motorcycles manufactured between july 2, 2009, and october 30, 2009. in manufacturing the connecting rods, a process was used to straighten the rod in order to meet specifications. this process introduced stresses into the rods which greatly affected strength and reliability.
Consequence Summary: Connecting rods in the affected vehicles could fail and cause engine failure that could lead to a loss of vehicle control, resulting in a crash, personal injury, or death.
Corrective Action: Piaggio will notify owners and replace the engines free of charge. the safety recall began on january 25, 2010. owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4431.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 10V029000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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