Vespa product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 4, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. recalls 2008–2011 Vespa, Piaggio — 12 models

Recall number

15V066000

Brand / firm

Vespa, Piaggio

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,613 units

Why it was recalled

If the motorcycle stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Piaggio Group Americas Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Vespa GTS 250, GTV 250, GTS Super 250, 2011 Vespa LX 150, LXV 150, S 150, 2010-2011 Vespa GTS 300, GTV 300, GTS Super 300, 2009-2010 Piaggio MP3 250, BV 250 Tourer, and 2010 BV 300 Tourer motorcycles. Due to a defective fuel pump, the affected motorcycles may stall while being operated or may fail to restart after being shut off for 15-20 minutes.

What to do

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2015. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.