CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:REAR
- Problem
- Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2018 Liberty 50 iGet 3V scooters. The nut that holds the rear swing arm to the frame may loosen allowing the swing arm to move out of position.
- Risk
- The shifting swing arm may cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will check the swing arm nut torque, tightening or replacing the nut, bolt and washer, free of charge. The recall began on August 2, 2017. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The nut that secures the rear swing arm to the frame can loosen over time. When it does, the swing arm can shift out of position, which may cause the scooter to become difficult to control and raises the risk of a crash.
If you own a 2018 Piaggio Liberty 50 iGet 3V, have the rear swing arm nut torque checked by an authorized dealer. The dealer will tighten the nut or replace the nut, bolt and washer if needed, and the repair is free of charge. Piaggio will notify registered owners directly, but you can also contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433 for help.
Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your scooter is included and still needs this repair.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Piaggio Liberty 50 Iget 3V | 2018 |
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