Piaggio MP3 recall: Rear brake hose may be incorrectly routed
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The rear brake hose could be incorrectly routed and chafe against other components. This condition could lead to the brake hose leaking fluid and the loss of performance at the rear brake.
- What to do
- Contact a Piaggio dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to check and reroute or replace the rear brake hose as necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The rear brake hose could be incorrectly routed and chafe against other components. This condition could lead to the brake hose leaking fluid and the loss of performance at the rear brake.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected to check and reroute or replace the rear brake hose as necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| MP3 | 20 Mar 2014 | 23 Nov 2016 | 306 |
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 20 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.