Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Motorcycles. The Latch Securing The Passenger Seat On These Motorcycles Can Fail Allowing The Seat And Passenger To Fall Off The Rear Of The Motorcycle.
Make Of Vehicle
MOTO GUZZI
Model Of Vehicle
SPORT 1100
Year
1995
Recall Campaign Number
98V078000
Component Description
Seats:Motorcycle
Effect Of Defect
The Passenger Could Sustain Serious Injuries Or Death.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace These Seats With A New Seat That Incorporates An Improved Latch Mechanism And A More Rigid Base. In Addition, Some Body Work Around The Passenger Seat Will Be Removed So That The Replacement Seat Will Fit Properly.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Moto America Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19941201
End Of Manufacture
19960430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
289
Date Owners Notified
19980423
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Moto America Inc.
Date Report Received
19980414