Vehicle recall 03V486000 · November 26, 2003
2000-2001 Moto Guzzi V11 Sport
On certain motorcycles, the gearbox shift sleeves for engagement of 3rd to 6th gears can fracture unexpectedly while the motorcycle is in use.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motorcycles, the gearbox shift sleeves for engagement of 3rd to 6th gears can fracture unexpectedly while the motorcycle is in use.
- Consequence
- Should such a fracture occur, the motorcycle's rear wheel can suddenly stop turning or "lock," resulting in a loss of control of the motorcycle, which could result in a crash, personal injury, or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new, improved shift rings and a redesigned cush-drive assembly. Owner notification began December 14, 2003. Owners should contact moto guzzi at 1-877-aprilia (1-877-277-4542).
- Notes
- Moto guzzi recall no. 101EBS.CUSTOMERS can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V486000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 26, 2003
- Filed by
- MOTO GUZZI NORTH AMERICA
- Manufacturer campaign
- 101EBS
- Owner notification
- December 14, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 680
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Moto Guzzi V11 Sport (2000-2001): 2001, 2000
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