2001 MOTO GUZZI V11 SPORT Recall

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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