Vehicle recall 08V305000 · July 9, 2008

2007-2008 Moto Guzzi Norge

The headlight low beam bulb has a "pigtail" wire attached to it.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Piaggio is recalling 646 my 2007-2008 moto guzzi norge 1200 motorcycle models equipped with triom headlights, low beam bulb and headlight reflectors. The headlight low beam bulb has a "pigtail" wire attached to it. This wire connects the low beam bulb to the motorcycle's wiring harness. It may touch the hardware used to secure the bulb in the reflector. Over time and vibration the insulation may wear through causing the direct short to ground. This short causes the motorcycle's main fuse to blow and all electrical power to the motorcycle to stop.
Consequence: Electrical power to the motorcycle is cut off and as a result, the engine stalls increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new bulb with an extra protection around the power wire to provide greater protection. The recall began on September 11, 2008. Owners may contact piaggio at 212-380-4431.
Notes: Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 08V305000
Reported to NHTSA: July 9, 2008
Filed by: PIAGGIO USA, INC.
Owner notification: September 11, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected: 646
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Exterior lighting › Headlights

Recall 08V305000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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Moto Guzzi Norge (2007-2008): 2008, 2007

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