Aprilia Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings Recall 08V148000

The problem

Piaggio is recalling 329 my 2007-2008 aprilia tuono 1000 r motorcycles. A leak can occur the front brake hydraulic line.

The risk

This can cause a loss of brake pressure at the front brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

The front brake line will be replaced on all affected motorcycles. The recall began on may 20, 2008. Owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4400, option #4.

Contacts

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Aprilia dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V148000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2007 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R	2	2	F
2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R	0	1	C

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2007 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R

2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000 R

Questions

Is the 08V148000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. PIAGGIO USA, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 08V148000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 08V148000 announced?

PIAGGIO USA, INC. reported it to NHTSA on March 26, 2008. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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