Recall 20V-245: 2017–2018 Aprilia RSV4 RF, 2017–2020 Aprilia RSV4 RR and 2 more

Piaggio Group Americas. Inc. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on May 1, 2020, covering about 3,287 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-245
Report date
May 1, 2020
Vehicles affected
3,287
Owners notified
May 22, 2020

The problem

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Aprilia RSV4 1000 RF, and 2017-2020 Aprilia RSV4 1000 RR and Aprilia Tuono 1100 RF and RR motorcycles. The front brake pads may corrode, potentially causing the front brake pad friction material to detach from the backing plate.

The risk

If the front brake pad friction material detaches from the backing plate, the motorcycle may experience increased stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PA2ZZQ2001.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPiaggio Group Americas. Inc.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V245000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Aprilia RSV4 RF2017, 2018All years
Aprilia RSV4 RR2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Aprilia Tuono RF2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Aprilia Tuono RR2017, 2018, 2019, 2020All 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 20V-245?

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Aprilia RSV4 1000 RF, and 2017-2020 Aprilia RSV4 1000 RR and Aprilia Tuono 1100 RF and RR motorcycles. The front brake pads may corrode, potentially causing the front brake pad friction material to detach from the backing plate.

How is recall 20V-245 fixed?

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. The recall began May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PA2ZZQ2001.

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.