| Recall Date: |
JUN 16, 2000 |
| Component: |
SUSPENSION:REAR |
| Model Affected: |
APRILIA RSV1000SP |
| Units Affected: |
27
Recall Details
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Recall Date:
JUN 16, 2000
Model Affected:
2000 APRILIA APRILIA RSV1000SP
Summary
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES WITH FAIRINGS. THE REAR AXLE COULD FAIL, CAUSING THE REAR WHEEL TO WOBBLE OR JAM.
Consequence
THE CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW WHEEL SPINDLE.
Units Affected:
27
Notes
APRILIA USA INC.
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