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SevereNHTSA·17V380000·Announced 2017-06-14

Piaggio Recalls 2016-2017 Moto Guzzi Motorcycles for Brake Hose Defect

Piaggio is recalling 2016-2017 Moto Guzzi motorcycles because the front ABS brake hose may rub against the engine, causing a fluid leak that increases crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that can lead to a loss of braking power and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. is recalling certain 2017 Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer 750, V7 III Stone 750, and V7 III Special 750 motorcycles, as well as 2016-2017 V9 Bobber and V9 Roamer motorcycles. The recall involves 1,139 vehicles in the United States.

The front ABS brake hose on these motorcycles may rub against the engine's secondary air system connection. This friction can result in a brake fluid leak. A loss of brake fluid can lengthen the distance needed to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will secure the front ABS brake hose to prevent it from rubbing. Any hose that has already been damaged will be replaced. The repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2017. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PIAGGIO, MOTO GUZZI V7 III SPECIAL 750, MOTO GUZZI V7 III RACER 7, V9 BOBBER, V7 III STONE 750
Brand
PIAGGIO
Manufacturer
Piaggio Group Americas. Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
1,139

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (5)

  • V7 III SPECIAL 750
  • MOTO GUZZI V7 III RACER 7
  • V9 BOBBER
  • V7 III STONE 750
  • V9 ROAMER

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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