2007 Aprilia Scarabeo 500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 100%of 10 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 644miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 Aprilia Scarabeo 500, 100% of the 10 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 644 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“An in-tank fuel line between the fuel pump and filter is missing hose clamps causing a loss of fuel pressure, erratic idling, and erratic engine performance. Engine frequently stalls and sputters during maneuvers in traffic, especially braking to a stop or cornering. This problem effects 2007 through 2008 Aprilia scarabeo 500ie and earlier year models. My dealer has agreed to correct this for me, but it is an obvious design flaw. I feel the manufacturer should have a recall on this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10235561, filed 2008-07, 400 miles“An in-tank fuel line between the fuel pump and filter is missing hose clamps and improper fuel line for USA fuels causing fuel pressure lose and erratic engine performance. Stalling and sputtering during maneuvers in traffic can be being very dangerous on a motorcycle or any two wheel vehicle. This problem effects 2007 to 2008 Aprilia scarabeo 500ie model.”
NHTSA complaint #10242103, filed 2008-09, 2,457 miles“I, along with others, own a 2007 Aprilia scarabeo 500ie. Shortly after purchasing this scooter the engine began to sputter and stall creating a potentially dangerous situation. The problem has been corrected but it should be known that this problem is serious and appears to be a problem on every single scooter produced. It is a simple fix but it is a grassroots known fact and movement to correct the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10236406, filed 2008-07, 1,900 miles“Engine stalling, difficult starting and rough idling issues due to internal fuel link leakage. Started to happen more frequently after around 700 miles. The scooter was bought new from dealer and current mileage is about 2500 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10235738, filed 2008-07, 700 miles“An in-tank fuel line between the fuel pump and filter is missing hose clamps causing fuel pressure loss and erratic engine performance. The fuel line is also made of a clear plastic material which is not rated for continuous exposure to gasoline/ethanol on the outside of the tubing. Stalling and sputtering during maneuvers in traffic can be very dangerous on a motorcycle or any two wheel vehicle. This problem affects 2007 through 2008 Aprilia scarabeo 500ie and earlier year models. Thus far dealers have corrected this under warranty on a by complaint bases. …”
NHTSA complaint #10235805, filed 2008-07, 800 milesRelated recalls
- 08V522000Oct 7, 2008Piaggio is recalling 850 my 2006-2008 aprilia scarabeo 500 motorcycles equipped with bitron spa fuel pump/fuel filters. The fuel hose connecting the fuel…Covers: Aprilia Scarabeo 500 2006–2008
Related service bulletins
- 10029745Apr 28, 2009Aprilia service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Vehicles may be affected by an improperly fastened fuel hose, located between the fuel pump and the fuel…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 10 | 100% |
| 2006 | 7 | 78% |
← All problems reported for the 2007 Aprilia Scarabeo 500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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