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Moto Guzzi V85 TT Recall 19V857: Rear Final Drive Seal May Leak Oil Onto Tire

NHTSA campaign 19V857, reported December 2, 2019, 371 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The final drive output seal on certain motorcycles may leak oil onto the rear tire. Oil on the tire can cause a loss of vehicle control, which raises the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the final drive transmission box for an oil leak and install an extra seal. If a leak is found, both seals and the gasket will be replaced. All repairs are free of charge. Owners can contact Piaggio Group Americas customer service at 1-212-380-4433 and reference recall number PGJZZQ1904. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V857Piaggio Group Americas. Inc.
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Problem
Piaggio Group Americas. Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2020 Moto Guzzi V 85 TT motorcycles. The final drive output seal may leak oil onto the rear tire.
Risk
An oil leak onto the rear tire may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the final drive transmission box for an oil leak, and install an extra seal. If an oil leak is found, both seals and the gasket will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2019. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PGJZZQ1904.
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.

Affected vehicles

Moto Guzzi V85 TT2020