NHTSA Campaign 20V524000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Issued by Piaggio Group Americas. Inc. · Reported Aug 28, 2020 · 123 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. (Piaggio) is recalling certain 2019-2020 MP3 500 motorcycles. The brake lines may have been improperly galvanized, allowing hydrogen to be released into the brake fluid.

Consequence

Hydrogen in the braking system can reduce the brake lever's ability to activate the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will perform a complete brake system flush, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433. Piaggio's number for this recall is PP2ZZQ1904_MP3.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
PIAGGIO MP3 500 2019 123
PIAGGIO MP3 500 2020 123

Source: NHTSA Campaign 20V524000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.