PIAGGIO MP3 500 2020: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V524000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PIAGGIO | MP3 500 | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2020-09-10 | 2020-08-28 | 2020-08-31 |
Manufacturers Involved: Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: PP2ZZQ1904_MP3
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 123
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
Hydrogen in the braking system can reduce the brake lever's ability to activate the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
