Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
APRILLA
Model Of Vehicle
RSV4
Year
2010
Recall Campaign Number
10V029000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Piaggio Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20090702
End Of Manufacture
20091030
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
335
Date Owners Notified
20100125
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Date Report Received
20100129