2021 Aprilia RS 660/TUONO 660 - Engine recall
NHTSA campaign: 21V502000
308 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2021
- Makes
- Aprilia
- Manufacturer
- Aprilia USA, Inc.
- Component
- ENGINE
- Potential units affected
- 308 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2021-07-01
Affected vehicles
- 2021 Aprilia RS 660
- 2021 Aprilia TUONO 660
What’s the problem?
Aprilia is recalling certain 2021 RS 660 and Tuono 660 motorcycles. The engine crankshaft connecting rod may break due to improper heat-treatment.
What could happen?
A broken connecting rod can cause a sudden engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Aprilia customer service at 1-212-380-4400. Aprilia's number for this recall is PA2ZZQ2107.