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2005-2007 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R and Aprilia Tuono RSV 1000 recall: fuel pump

Piaggio USA, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 9, 2008. It covers about 977 vehicles.

vehicles affected
977
reported
Jul 9, 2008
owners notified
Sep 10, 2008
related complaints
1

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

What is wrong
Piaggio is recalling 977 my 2005-2007 aprilia tuono 100 r and rsv 1000 motorcycle models equipped with bitron spa fuel pump/fuel filters. The fuel hose connecting the fuel filter to the fuel pump/fuel filter mounting flange 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.
Risk
A drop in, or loss of fuel pressure to the engine, the engine would stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Bitron will supply dealers repair kits (length of fuel hose and two clamps) and dealers will replace the original parts on the fuel pump/fuel filter component free of charge. The recallbegan on september 10, 2008. Owner may contact piaggio at 212‑380‑4431.

Recall number 08V306000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about fuel system problems.

2005 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R2006 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R2007 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R2005 Aprilia Tuono RSV 10002006 Aprilia Tuono RSV 10002007 Aprilia Tuono RSV 1000

Questions about recall 08V306000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2007 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R and Aprilia Tuono RSV 1000 fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 08V306000, reported on July 9, 2008, covers about 977 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V306000?

Bitron will supply dealers repair kits (length of fuel hose and two clamps) and dealers will replace the original parts on the fuel pump/fuel filter component free of charge. The recallbegan on september 10, 2008. Owner may contact piaggio at 212‑380‑4431.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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