Multiple occurrences of fuel pump/electrical failure. Dealer replaces part only to have the new part fail, resulting in the engine shutting off while accelerating. Has left me stranded on extremely busy roadways. Scooter has less than 70 miles on it. Seems to run 'hot' as blower fan is constantly running.
The worst 2009 Vespa GTV 250 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system5
- Electrical1
- Engine1
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Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Piaggio Group Americas Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Vespa GTS 250, GTV 250, GTS Super 250, 2011 Vespa LX 150, LXV 150, S 150, 2010-2011 Vespa GTS 300, GTV 300, GTS Super 300, 2009-2010 Piaggio MP3 250, BV 250 Tourer, and 2010 BV 300 Tourer motorcycles. Due to a defective fuel pump, the affected motorcycles may stall while being operated or may fail to restart after being shut off for 15-20 minutes.
- Risk
- If the motorcycle stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2015. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1‑212‑380‑4433.
Recall number 15V066000 · Recall details
What 2009 Vespa GTV 250 owners say
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My 2009 vespa 250 gtv ie has 5000 miles on it. In the past 1000 miles the scooter has failed to restart on five occasions after it had been driven 40-50 miles. When I turned off the ignition it would not restart for almost exactly one hour. Then it started right up. The first four times it occurred it was very inconvenient. The last time it was scary. The scooter stalled and would not restart and I was stranded for 1 hour in the dark in a rural area with no lighting 20 miles from home waiting for a tow-truck to respond. The scooter is now in for repair. My mechanic told me that piaggio has told him to replace the fuel pump "they have had problems with it." I'm expecting a $400 bill plus the cost of two tow jobs. Seems like a recall is in order.
4,000 miles of no-worry riding, then one morning the engine will not stay running. A $75 tow to the shop and a $500 repair bill.
Fuel pump that is located in the fuel tank overheats and shuts off. This happens most times on a trip that is over 30 miles. I understand from the dealer that he is trying to get the fuel pump replaced. Have not got a firm commitment yet. I am very concerned having an electrical component in the fuel tank that malfunctions.
Failed fuel pump and fuel injector on vespa model gts250. Only able to repair problem with another of the same exact part, destined to fail again. Vespa and dealer knew of this problem at time of purchase and deliberately did not mention it to me. Scooter is only 1 yr. Old with less than 1k miles. Vespa does not even sell these anymore due to this defect.
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Questions about the 2009 Vespa GTV 250
Is the 2009 Vespa GTV 250 reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2009 Vespa GTV 250, close to a typical GTV 250 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Vespa GTV 250?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 5 complaints, typically around 930 miles. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2009 Vespa GTV 250 have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Vespa GTV 250 fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 15V066000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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