Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2013 Vespa 946 scooters
Date: August 04, 2014 11:15PM
Report Receipt Date: JUN 24, 2014
NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V364000
Component(s):
Potential Number of Units Affected: 305
Manufacturer: Piaggio Group Americas. Inc.
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 July 17, 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.