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2005-2008 Piaggio BV 500 and Piaggio X9 500 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Piaggio USA, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 2, 2009. It covers about 2,428 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,428
reported
Jun 2, 2009
owners notified
Jul 3, 2009
related complaints
2

Fuel system, other: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

What is wrong
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.
Risk
Loss of fuel pressure and engine stalling will increase the risk of a crash. A fuel leak can also result in a fire.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 09V188000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about fuel system problems.

2006 Piaggio BV 5002007 Piaggio BV 5002008 Piaggio BV 5002005 Piaggio X9 5002006 Piaggio X9 5002007 Piaggio X9 500

Questions about recall 09V188000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2008 Piaggio BV 500 and Piaggio X9 500 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 09V188000, reported on June 2, 2009, covers about 2,428 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V188000?

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.

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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