Mv Agusta Motor F6: Machine May Become Unstable And Increase The Risk Of A Crash

MV Agusta is recalling approximately 130 motorcycles (F6, B3, S3, B5, and F3 models) distributed in the United Kingdom because some have rear swingarm mounting bolts that do not meet specifications and could fail. A failed bolt could allow the swingarm to move sideways, potentially causing loss of steering control and increasing crash risk. The manufacturer will replace the affected swingarm mounting bolts.

Recalling firm

MV AGUSTA MOTOR SPA

Product

Vehicles: MV AGUSTA MOTOR F6, MV AGUSTA MOTOR B3, MV AGUSTA MOTOR S3, MV AGUSTA MOTOR B5, MV AGUSTA MOTOR F3. Units affected: 130

Reason

Some machines have beenproduced with a rear swingarm mounting bolt that is not to specification. These bolts could fail thereby enabling the swingarm to move laterally which could result in the loss of directional control of the machine and increase the risk of a crash Remedy: Recall all the affected machines and replace the swing arm mounting bolt.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2014-04-14

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/55ec66c9-b826-4670-81fd-2a682aaead17