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2008-2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 200 recall: carburetor system

Piaggio USA, Inc. reported this safety recall on January 30, 2009. It covers about 1,260 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,260
reported
Jan 30, 2009
owners notified
Mar 2, 2009

Fuel system, gasoline: carburetor system

What is wrong
Piaggio is recalling 1,260 my 2008-2009 aprilia scarabeo 200 motorcycles. The float level in the float bowl of the carburetor was not set correctly in production, dirt and the varnish residue of dried gasoline not allowing the float needle to seat correctly, and a blockage of the evaporative emission hoses that did not allow the float bowl to vent correctly. The carburetor was not able to maintain correct or constant pressure in the float bowl. Inconsistent pressure in the float bowl would either push too much or not enough fuel to and through the jets for any one throttle position which does not allow the carburetor to correctly meter fuel to the engine.
Risk
Fuel flooding the engine, causing difficult in starting and poor performance. It is also possible for fuel to leak from the carburetor onto the ground. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will re-connect the hoses to eliminate the connection of the emissions system to the carburetor. This remedy is free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during february 2009. Owners may contact piaggio at 1‑212‑380‑4431.

Recall number 09V034000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V034000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Aprilia Scarabeo 200 carburetor system?

Yes. Recall 09V034000, reported on January 30, 2009, covers about 1,260 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V034000?

Dealers will re-connect the hoses to eliminate the connection of the emissions system to the carburetor. This remedy is free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during february 2009. Owners may contact piaggio at 1‑212‑380‑4431.

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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