Defect Description For Recall
Piaggio Is Recalling 2,428 My 2006-2008 Bv 500 And My 2005-2007 X9 500 Scooters. The Fuel Hose ConneCTIng The Fuel Filter To The Fuel Pump 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.
Make Of Vehicle
PIAGGIO
Model Of Vehicle
BV 500
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
09V188000
Component Description
Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Fuel Pressure And Engine Stalling Will Increase The Risk Of A Crash. A Fuel Leak Can Also Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Length Of Fuel Hose ConneCTIng The Fuel Pump To The Fuel Filter Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On July 3, 2009. Owners May Contact Piaggio At 1-212-380-4400.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Piaggio Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20041124
End Of Manufacture
20071121
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2428
Date Owners Notified
20090703
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Date Report Received
20090602