Moto Guzzi V11 Sport (2000) – 03V486000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Motorcycles, The Gearbox Shift Sleeves For Engagement Of 3Rd To 6Th Gears Can Fracture Unexpectedly While The Motorcycle Is In Use.

Make Of Vehicle

MOTO GUZZI

Model Of Vehicle

V11 SPORT

Year

2000

Recall Campaign Number

03V486000

Component Description

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Effect Of Defect

Should Such A Fracture Occur, The Motorcycle’S Rear Wheel Can Suddenly Stop Turning Or “Lock,” Resulting In A Loss Of Control Of The Motorcycle, Which Could Result In A Crash, Personal Injury, Or Death.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Install New, Improved Shift Rings And A Redesigned Cush-Drive Assembly. Owner Notification Began December 14, 2003. Owners Should Contact Moto Guzzi At 1-877-Aprilia (1-877-277-4542).

Vehicle Manufacturer

Moto Guzzi North America

Start Of Manufacture

19991001

End Of Manufacture

20010430

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

680

Date Owners Notified

20031214

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Moto Guzzi North America

Date Report Received

20031126

Make Campaign Number

101EBS

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard