Piaggio MP3 500 E5 HPE, MP3 300 E5 HPE, MP3 350 E4 recall: A possible non-conformity of the zinc plating surface treatment of a small component of the brake hose terminals may result in an increase in the brake lever travel
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- A possible non-conformity of the zinc plating surface treatment of a small component of the brake hose terminals may result in an increase in the brake lever travel.
- What to do
- Contact a Piaggio dealer to book the free repair. Conduct checks of the brake lever and pedal movement and if necessary replace the brake fluid and bleed the system.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
A possible non-conformity of the zinc plating surface treatment of a small component of the brake hose terminals may result in an increase in the brake lever travel.
The fix
Conduct checks of the brake lever and pedal movement and if necessary replace the brake fluid and bleed the system.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| MP3 500 E5 HPE | 22 May 2020 | 25 Nov 2020 | 1,441 |
| MP3 300 E5 HPE | 4 May 2020 | 3 Dec 2020 | 1,441 |
| MP3 350 E4 | 5 May 2020 | 28 Nov 2020 | 1,441 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 1 April 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.