CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (1 report).
2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 recalls
Clutch May Not Disengage, Raising Crash Risk
A bellow-style gasket on the clutch slave cylinder may have been damaged during manufacturing.
Plate Holder May Rub Rear Wheel, Raising Crash Risk
The gear teeth on the license plate holder and rear swingarm may be misaligned, which can allow the rear axle nut to loosen.
Fuel leak at pump and sensor can cause fire risk
Fuel can leak from the fuel level sensor and fuel pump mounting area.
Most common 2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
Sudden loss of throttle control. Fist incident I had left my house and ridden a 1/2 mile and the throttle suddenly became unresponsive. The motorcycle then after restart would only go aprx 10-15mph with throttle applied. I replaced the battery as it was 3yrs of age. Motorcycle then operated normally for the next trip aprx 5 miles. The following day as I went to turn left and enter a roadway in a gap in traffic the motorcycle lurched forward a few feet and then had no throttle response. This put me into the oncoming traffic lane with no propulsion and caught the other vehicles by surprise. I was almost struck by the oncoming car. In both incidence the throttle which is a fly by wire electroni
As I approached an intersection with a stop sign for my direction of travel I pulled the clutch lever in to slow my speed and downshift the motorcycle. The clutch lever pulled all the way to the handlebar without disengaging the clutch. I had to lock/skid the rear brake to avoid being hit by an oncoming automobile. Fortunately the driver of the vehicle saw me skidding past the stop sign and swerved to avoid hitting me. I had to put the motorcycle into first gear and press the starter button as I pushed to get moving again. At the next intersection I again had to use the brakes to kill the engine to avoid being hit by oncoming vehicles. Using the starter motor was once again required to get t
2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 questions
Does the 2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701: Clutch May Not Disengage, Raising Crash Risk; Plate Holder May Rub Rear Wheel, Raising Crash Risk; Fuel leak at pump and sensor can cause fire risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 has been fixed?
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