VESPA 946 2013: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V364000

Make Model Year
VESPA 946 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-08-12 2014-06-24 2014-06-25

Production Dates: 2013-08-06 - 2013-10-15

Manufacturers Involved: Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 305

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. "Piaggio" is recalling certain model year 2013 Vespa 946 scooters manufactured August 6, 2013, through October 15, 2013. The affected scooters have fuel line that may leak.

Consequence

A fuel line leak may result in the scooter stalling, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy

Piaggio has notified owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.

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.