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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V305📅 Jul 9, 2008

2007–2008 Moto Guzzi Norge recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

Piaggio is recalling 646 my 2007-2008 moto guzzi Norge 1200 motorcycle models equipped with triom headlights, low beam bulb and headlight reflectors. The headlight low beam bulb has a "pigtail" wire attached to it. This wire connects the low beam bulb to the motorcycle's wiring harness. It may touch the hardware used to secure the bulb in the reflector. Over time and vibration the insulation may wear through causing the direct short to ground. This short causes the motorcycle's main fuse to blow and all electrical power to the motorcycle to stop.

💥 The risk

Electrical power to the motorcycle is cut off and as a result, the engine stalls increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will install a new bulb with an extra protection around the power wire to provide greater protection. The recall began on september 11, 2008. Owners may contact piaggio at 212-380-4431.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
08V305000
Manufacturer
PIAGGIO USA, INC.
Vehicles affected
646
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 11, 2008
Built
Oct 1, 2006 – May 26, 2008
Recall started by
ODI
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 08V305 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 08V305?

2007–2008 Moto Guzzi Norge. 646 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Moto Guzzi dealer to book the free repair.