Aprilia Shiver 750 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

January 9, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. recalls 2014–2015 Aprilia Shiver 750, Caponord 1200

Recall number

15V007000

Brand / firm

Aprilia

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 337 units

Why it was recalled

A rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Aprilia Shiver 750 motorcycles manufactured February 10, 2014, to October 28, 2014 and 2015 Aprilia Caponord 1200 motorcycles manufactured November 14, 2013, to October 16, 2014. Due to improper machining of the output gear shaft face, the fastening screw on the sprocket may loosen and the rear wheel may lock up.

What to do

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the output shaft, replacing any that are found to be defective, free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2015. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.