Recall 20V524000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Defect in 2019-2020 PIAGGIO MP3 500
RECALL This recall affects up to 123 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 20V524000 |
| Manufacturer | Piaggio Group Americas. Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 123 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2019-2020 MP3 500 motorcycles. The brake lines may have been improperly galvanized, allowing hydrogen to be released into the brake fluid.
Safety Consequence
Hydrogen in the braking system can reduce the brake lever's ability to activate the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will perform a complete brake system flush, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PP2ZZQ1904_MP3.
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| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V217000 | 2021 PIAGGIO MP3 500 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID | 27 | |
| 17V469000 | 2018 PIAGGIO LIBERTY 50 iGET 3V | SUSPENSION:REAR | 180 | |
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| 17V380000 | 2017 PIAGGIO V7 III SPECIAL 750 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1,139 | |
| 15V066000 | 2009 PIAGGIO BV 250 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 2,613 | |
| 11V603000 | 2012 PIAGGIO FLY 50 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE | 2,147 | |
| 09V188000 | 2007 PIAGGIO BV 500 | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 2,428 | |
| 07V366000 | 2008 PIAGGIO MP3 250 RL | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 159 |