2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC recalls and problems

The 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any MV Agusta dealer.

Urgent: recall 18V-458 carries a "do not drive" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.
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Recalls may cover only some 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC recalls

Recall 18V-458: Suspension

Do not driveReported Jul 10, 2018 · 22 vehicles affected · MV Agusta USA, LLC

Problem: MV Agusta USA, LLC (MV Agusta) is recalling certain 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC, F3 800RC, and F3 800 motorcycles. These vehicles are equipped with a fork axle carrier that may have damaged threads which can cause excessive play of the wheel clamping screw.

Risk: Wheel clamping screws that experience excessive play can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: MV Agusta will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the threaded holes in the fork axle carriers, and if necessary replace the fork leg, free of charge. Owners are advised to not ride their motorcycles until the repair has been performed. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact MV Agusta customer service at 1-215-781-1770. MV Agusta's number for this recall is 18RC02.

2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 500 miles · reported Oct 28, 2021
The contact owns a 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Motorcycle. The contact stated while riding 40-45 MPH, the rear brake was depressed but failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue riding the motorcycle while using the front brake lever only. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear brake pedal had failed. The contact stated that the independent mechanic bled the brake line as per the manufacturer's instructions on an unknown TSB. The contact stated that the failure recurred while riding. The vehicle was taken…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC: 18V-458 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Dragster RC?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 500 miles.

Are MV Agusta recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized MV Agusta dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.