Recall 01V-081: 1997–1998 Moto Guzzi California EV, 1997–1998 Moto Guzzi Special

MOTO GUZZI NORTH AMERICA recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Mar 12, 2001, covering about 909 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-081
Report date
Mar 12, 2001
Vehicles affected
909
Owners notified
Apr 1, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with wheel 03 63 06 00. The spoke could become loose or break, causing it to touch and damage the transmission case.

The risk

A wheel lockup is possible, including the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the wheel. Owner notification began april 1, 2001. 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 moto guzzi at 1-919-639-3180.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMOTO GUZZI NORTH AMERICA
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V081000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Moto Guzzi California EV1997, 1998All years
Moto Guzzi Special1997, 1998All 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 01V-081?

Vehicle description: motorcycles equipped with wheel 03 63 06 00. The spoke could become loose or break, causing it to touch and damage the transmission case.

How is recall 01V-081 fixed?

Dealers will replace the wheel. Owner notification began april 1, 2001. 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 moto guzzi at 1-919-639-3180.

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.