Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #11V603000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V603000 by Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.. Includes 2,147 affected units, IGNITION CONTROL UNIT REPLACEMENT, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Piaggio is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 fly 50 4t 4-valve scooters, model year 2010-2012 vespa lx50 4t 4-valve scooters, and model year 2009-2012 vespa s50 4t 4-valve scooters. the ignition control unit may fail and alter the ignition timing.

Corrective Action

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition control unit free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 17, 2012. owners may contact piaggio customer care helpline at 212-380-4433.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V603000
Manufacturer: Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2011-12-28T00:00:00
Subject: Ignition control unit replacement
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 2,147

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Piaggio is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 fly 50 4t 4-valve scooters, model year 2010-2012 vespa lx50 4t 4-valve scooters, and model year 2009-2012 vespa s50 4t 4-valve scooters. the ignition control unit may fail and alter the ignition timing.
Consequence Summary: Improper ignition timing may cause an engine backfire into the airbox, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition control unit free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 17, 2012. owners may contact piaggio customer care helpline at 212-380-4433.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-mfqi~zae9_qups
NHTSA ID: 11V603000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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