On certain motorcycles, a rubber fuel filler hose may crack which could result in fuel leakage when refueling.
2004-2006 · 3 model years
Diamo Velux Problems by year
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the Diamo Velux across 3 model years, and it has 1 recall. The 2006 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the body, doors & structure, followed by the brakes.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Velux complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common Velux problems
Diamo Velux recalls 1
Latest Velux complaints
The cover of the speedometer has gone almost completely opaque, rendering it nearly impossible to see how fast I'm driving or how much gas remains in the tank. The manufacturer claims that since the vehicle is no longer under warranty, I have to pay out of pocket to fix this problem. However, this defect is not due to wear and tear or any consumer error, and should be the responsibility of the manufacturer to fix since it could potentially cause accidents. This complaint is actually for a diamo retro moped, but that wasn't a choice on the last menu, so I chose velux. *Tr
The vehicle (diamo velux scooter) has: an unsafe wind profile: the bike is dangerously susceptible to even light winds. Dangerous braking characteristics: extreme pressure is required to stop the bike even though it only weighs 300 pounds. Emergency braking would not be possible under normal conditions. Dangerous shock absorber design: even small changes in road smoothness will cause the bike to respond in unexpected ways. Body compartment latch: the rear external compartment is prone to opening while driving...
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creating a hazard for the driver. This is exacerbated by the shock absorber problem. Windscreen: all diamo velux bikes (according to the distributor - ls motorsports) have a stain on the windshield caused by the wiper blade. This is distracting to the driver. Handling characteristics: motorcyclists depend on agility. This bike is unstable in turns and exhibits a high degree of instability even when changing lanes. Unpredictable starting acceleration: the automatic transmission on the bike is unpredictable in how much throttle is required to start the bike moving at the correct speed. *Tr
Questions about the Diamo Velux
Which Diamo Velux years have the most problems?
By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2006 (2). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2006 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What are the most common Diamo Velux problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the body, doors & structure (1), brakes (1), electrical system (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Diamo Velux have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall across all Diamo Velux model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data