1996 MOTO GUZZI SPORT 1100 Recalls (2)

Campaign:

98V078000 on 04/27/1998

Component:

Seats:motorcycle

Manufactured:

11/30/1994 - 04/29/1996

Affected:

289

Defect:

Vehicle description: motorcycles. the latch securing the passenger seat on these motorcycles can fail allowing the seat and passenger to fall off the rear of the motorcycle.

Consequence:

The passenger could sustain serious injuries or death.

Correction:

Dealers will replace these seats with a new seat that incorporates an improved latch mechanism and a more rigid base. in addition, some body work around the passenger seat will be removed so that the replacement seat will fit properly.

Notes:

Owner notification began april 23, 1998.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact moto america at 1-800-usa-moto (1-800-872-6686).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:

98V096000 on 05/05/1998

Component:

Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose

Manufactured:

09/30/1996 - 06/29/1997

Affected:

205

Defect:

Vehicle description: motorcycles. the engine oil radiator hoses can separate at the fittings, allowing oil to leak.

Consequence:

This oil could get on the tires of the motorcycle increasing the risk of loss of vehicle control.

Correction:

Dealers will install replacement oil radiator hoses with correctly and solidly attached fittings.

Notes:

Owner notification is expected to begin may 28, 1998.owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact moto america at 1-800-usa-moto (-1800-872-6686).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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