Investigation PE05032: 2000, 2002–2004 Aprilia RST 1000

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jun 15, 2005

Closed

Nov 7, 2005

Model years

2000, 2002–2004

Subject

FUEL LEAKS

Component: Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary

After opening this investigation to gather more information about alleged fuel leaks from the fuel line quick connector on rst 1000 futura model motorcycles,odi met with company representatives.during the meeting it was agreed that aprilia would conduct a safety recall to address the leaking fuel line connectors.additionally, they revealed their discovery of an identical issue (requiring a slightly different remedy part) involving the model year 2002- 2004 etv 1000 caponord model motorcycles. After further discussion, the recall on the futura model was expanded to include the caponord.with aprilia's recall of these models, this investigation is closed.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.