This is a follow up to claim #[xxx] . Aprilia has denied the replacement of my gas tank. At this point, the tank has spread around the gas cap, the seal between the tank and cap has a 2mm gap in between it and the tank, and the gas cap it self is recessing into the tank. Gas vapors have been escaping out of the cap area, making it difficult to breathe while riding at slow speeds. Excessive amounts of gas, enough to get in my riding gear is escaping. Aprilia has not contacted me, or made any move to remedy this. Possibly seeking legal action at this point, as the gas vapors pose a huge threat to my safety if I continue riding the motorcycle. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The worst 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system2
- Suspension2
- Brakes1
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- Fuel system2
- Suspension2
- Brakes1
Recalls 1
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, while in use the swing arm component may develop a stress fracture over an extended period of time.
- Risk
- If not replaced this will increase the risk of personal injuries or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the swing arm component. The recall began in september 2006. Owners who have not had their motorcycle repaired will be renotified of this recall during august/september 2008. Owners may contact aprilia at 770‑592‑2261.
Recall number 05V538000 · Recall details
What 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
2004 aprilia rsvr factory, see complaint #10334078 and all related. The fuel tanks are made by the same company as ducati of the same materials, my tank was taken to the dealership on concerns of drastically reduced mileage - from 45-50mpg to measured 15mpg and rippled/spread tank surface, aprilia denied my claim filed a couple of weeks ago at motocorsa of portland. Motocorsa advised me to file this complaint. Concerned spreading has caused somehow a leak or created pressure from spreading on a fuel line to affect gas mileage? Very concerned about riding this motorcycle and the potential loss in resale, and the added expenses incurred by having diagnostic work done to no avail, as well as extra unanticipated cost of using a car.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 aprilia rsv 1000. The contact discovered that at low speeds, the rear suspension fails and the rear tire locks and slides under the seat. This causes the driver to lose control of the vehicle. He felt that certain aluminum parts should be steel and was due to a manufacturer defect. There had been no failure to date. The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage was 30,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 aprilia rsv 1000. A recall notice was received for the federal safety agency campaign # 05v538000 (suspension:rear). A copy of the recall was faxed to the dealer, however; they had not contacted him back. The motorcycle was his only transportation therefore he was unable to leave the motorcycle with the dealer for them to order the part. There was no failure. The current mileage was 15,000.
2004 aprilia rsvr 1000 motorcycle - chronic rear brake problems. Brake line gets air trapped inside and will not work. Dealership has attempted to fix the issue many times. Repairs have lasted for several weeks and then reappear. The motorcycle is unsafe to ride with no rear brake.
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Is the 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000, 2.5 times a typical RSV 1000 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 2 complaints. Next is suspension (2).
How many recalls does the 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 have?
1 recall, covering suspension.
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