2000 MOTO GUZZI V11 SPORT Recalls (2)

Campaign:

03V486000 on 11/25/2003

Component:

Power train:automatic transmission

Manufactured:

09/30/1999 - 04/29/2001

Affected:

680

Defect:

On certain motorcycles, the gearbox shift sleeves for engagement of 3rd to 6th gears can fracture unexpectedly while the motorcycle is in use.

Consequence:

Should such a fracture occur, the motorcycle's rear wheel can suddenly stop turning or "lock," resulting in a loss of control of the motorcycle, which could result in a crash, personal injury, or death.

Correction:

Dealers will install new, improved shift rings and a redesigned cush-drive assembly. owner notification began december 14, 2003. owners should contact moto guzzi at 1-877-aprilia (1-877-277-4542).

Notes:

Moto guzzi recall no. 101ebs.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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Campaign:

03V487000 on 11/25/2003

Component:

Engine and engine cooling

Manufactured:

09/30/1999 - 11/29/1999

Affected:

64

Defect:

On certain motorcycles, under extended running speeds near the engine's revolution limit, the engine's connecting rod bolts can fail.

Consequence:

Should such a failure occur, the motorcycle's engine can suddenly stop turning or "lock," requiring the operator to disengage the clutch in order to maintain control of the motorcycle. if the clutch is not disengaged, the operator can lose of control of the motorcycle, which could result in a crash, personal injury, or death.

Correction:

Dealers will install new, redesigned connecting rods and bolts. owner notification began december 14, 2003. owners should contact moto guzzi at 1-877-aprilia (1-877-277-4542).

Notes:

Moto guzzi recall no. i01ea5.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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