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- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Problem
- Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2019-2020 MP3 500 motorcycles. The brake lines may have been improperly galvanized, allowing hydrogen to be released into the brake fluid.
- Risk
- Hydrogen in the braking system can reduce the brake lever's ability to activate the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will perform a complete brake system flush, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PP2ZZQ1904_MP3.
- 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
Certain motorcycles may have brake lines that were improperly galvanized, which can allow hydrogen to be released into the brake fluid. Hydrogen in the braking system can reduce the brake lever's ability to activate the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners will be notified by the manufacturer. Authorized dealers will perform a complete brake system flush at no cost to you. If you have questions, you can contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your motorcycle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Piaggio MP3 500 | 20192020 |
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