Aprilla Rsv4 (2010) – 10V029000

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

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard