The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V502000·Announced 2021-01-07

2021 Aprilia Tuono 660 and RS 660 recalled for engine crankshaft defect

Aprilia is recalling 2021 Tuono 660 and RS 660 motorcycles because the engine crankshaft connecting rod may break due to improper heat-treatment, risking sudden engine stall and crash.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a confirmed structural defect in which improper heat-treatment causes the crankshaft connecting rod to break, creating risk of sudden engine stall and crash. No injuries or incidents have been reported, placing this at High rather than Severe.

Plain-English summary

Aprilia is recalling certain 2021 Tuono 660 and RS 660 motorcycles. The engine crankshaft connecting rod may break due to improper heat-treatment during manufacturing.

A broken connecting rod can cause sudden engine stall while the motorcycle is operating, which increases the risk of a crash.

The recall affects approximately 308 motorcycles. Aprilia began notifying owners by mail on July 9, 2021. Dealers will replace the engine free of charge. Owners can contact Aprilia customer service at 1-212-380-4400 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
2021 APRILIA TUONO 660
Brand
APRILIA
Manufacturer
Aprilia USA, Inc.
Category
Vehicle
Hazard
  • engine-defect
  • crash-risk
  • stall-risk
Affected units
308

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 (2)

  • TUONO 660
  • RS 660

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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