Recall 11V603000: 2009–2012 Vespa S50 and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 28, 2011

Manufacturer

Piaggio usa, inc.

Potentially affected

2,147vehicles

Model years

2009–2012

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Piaggio is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 fly 50 4t 4-valve scooters, model year 2010-2012 vespa lx50 4t 4-valve scooters, and model year 2009-2012 vespa s50 4t 4-valve scooters. The ignition control unit may fail and alter the ignition timing.

Possible consequence

Improper ignition timing may cause an engine backfire into the airbox, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition control unit free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 17, 2012. Owners may contact piaggio customer care helpline at 212-380-4433.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2011 Piaggio FLY 500 complaints
• 2012 Piaggio FLY 500 complaints
• 2009 Vespa S501 complaints
• 2010 Vespa S500 complaints
• 2011 Vespa S500 complaints
• 2012 Vespa S500 complaints