Recall 99V-316: 1999–2000 Aprilia RS 50

APRILIA USA INC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 1999, covering about 289 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-316
Report date
Nov 9, 1999
Vehicles affected
289
Owners notified
Oct 25, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fasteners holding the rear drive sprocket could come loose.

The risk

The rear sprocket could drop off or the drive chain could come off or jam, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle.

The fix

Dealers will tighten the sprocket screws sufficiently.

Notes

Owner notification began october 25, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact aprilia at 1-914-946-0600.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAPRILIA USA INC.
ComponentPower Train › Driveline › Differential Unit
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V316000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Aprilia RS 501999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 99V-316?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fasteners holding the rear drive sprocket could come loose.

How is recall 99V-316 fixed?

Dealers will tighten the sprocket screws sufficiently.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.