Recalls for 2017 Moto Guzzi Audace

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Posted on: 2019-08-01
Description
Piaggio group americas.  Inc.  (piaggio) is recalling certain 2016-2018 moto guzzi audace 1400 and eldorado 1400, 2017-2018 moto guzzi california 1400, 2017 moto guzzi mgx 21 bagger, 2013-2014 aprilia mana 850, 2014-2016 aprilia dorsoduro 750, 2018-2019 aprilia dorsoduro 900, and 2018 aprilia shiver 900 motorcycles.  Due to a problem with the front brake master cylinder, the front brakes may drag or apply, causing the motorcycle to unexpectedly slow down or stop completely without activating the rear brake light.

Consequence
Unexpectedly slowing down or stopping while driving with no warning to following traffic can increase the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Piaggio will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the front brake master cylinder free of charge.  The recall began august 16, 2019.  Owners may contact piaggio customer service at 1-212-380-4433.  Piaggio's number for this recall is pa2zzq1904.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.