Recall 08V-306: 2005–2007 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R, 2005–2007 Aprilia Tuono RSV 1000
PIAGGIO USA, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jul 9, 2008, covering about 977 vehicles.
The problem
Piaggio is recalling 977 my 2005-2007 aprilia tuono 100 r and rsv 1000 motorcycle models equipped with bitron spa fuel pump/fuel filters. The fuel hose connecting the fuel filter to the fuel pump/fuel filter mounting flange may come loose. If this fuel hose connection is loose, or has become completely disconnected, then there will be a drop in, or loss of, fuel pressure to the engine.
The risk
A drop in, or loss of fuel pressure to the engine, the engine would stall increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Bitron will supply dealers repair kits (Length of fuel hose and two clamps) and dealers will replace the original parts on the fuel pump/fuel filter component free of charge. The recallbegan on september 10, 2008. Owner may contact piaggio at 212-380-4431.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PIAGGIO USA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V306000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Aprilia Tuono 1000 R | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Aprilia Tuono RSV 1000 | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All 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 08V-306?
Piaggio is recalling 977 my 2005-2007 aprilia tuono 100 r and rsv 1000 motorcycle models equipped with bitron spa fuel pump/fuel filters. The fuel hose connecting the fuel filter to the fuel pump/fuel filter mounting flange may come loose. If this fuel hose connection is loose, or has become completely disconnected, then there will be a drop in, or loss of, fuel pressure to the engine.
How is recall 08V-306 fixed?
Bitron will supply dealers repair kits (Length of fuel hose and two clamps) and dealers will replace the original parts on the fuel pump/fuel filter component free of charge. The recallbegan on september 10, 2008. Owner may contact piaggio at 212-380-4431.
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.