Recall 00V-166: 2000 Aprilia RSV1000, 2000 Aprilia RSV1000SP

APRILIA USA INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Jun 16, 2000, covering about 27 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-166
Report date
Jun 16, 2000
Vehicles affected
27
Owners notified
Jun 14, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles with fairings. The rear axle could fail, causing the rear wheel to wobble or jam.

The risk

The condition could result in a loss of control of the vehicle.

The fix

Dealers will install a new wheel spindle.

Notes

Owner notification began june 14, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aprilia at 1-877-aprilia (1-877-277-4542), extension 105. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAPRILIA USA INC.
ComponentSuspension › Rear
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V166000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Aprilia RSV10002000All years
Aprilia RSV1000SP2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-166?

Vehicle description: motorcycles with fairings. The rear axle could fail, causing the rear wheel to wobble or jam.

How is recall 00V-166 fixed?

Dealers will install a new wheel spindle.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.