Vespa 2019–2020 Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
Recalled November 18, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19V826000 · Vespa
Hazard
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 install front and rear master cylinder brake flush fittings, and perform a complete brake system flush, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2019. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PP2ZZQ1904_GTS.
Units
1,328 units
Description
Piaggio Group Americas. Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2019 Vespa GTV 300, GTS 300, and 2020 Vespa GTS 300 HPE scooters. The brake lines may have been improperly galvanized, allowing hydrogen to be released into the brake fluid.
What to do
Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will install front and rear master cylinder brake flush fittings, and perform a complete brake system flush, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2019. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PP2ZZQ1904_GTS.
Product
Vespa GTS 300 · Vespa GTS 300 HPE · Vespa GTV 300
Manufacturer(s)
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →