Defect Description For Recall
Piaggio Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2012 Fly 50 4T 4-Valve Scooters, Model Year 2010-2012 Vespa Lx50 4T 4-Valve Scooters, And Model Year 2009-2012 Vespa S50 4T 4-Valve Scooters. The Ignition Control Unit May Fail And Alter The Ignition Timing.
Make Of Vehicle
PIAGGIO
Model Of Vehicle
VESPA LX50
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
11V603000
Component Description
Electrical System:Ignition:Module
Effect Of Defect
Improper Ignition Timing May Cause An Engine Backfire Into The Airbox, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Piaggio Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Ignition Control Unit Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin On Or Before January 17, 2012. Owners May Contact Piaggio Customer Care Helpline At 212-380-4433.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Piaggio Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2147
Date Owners Notified
20120109
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Date Report Received
20111228