Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V188000 Reported June 2, 2009

Fuel hose connection

Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. · Fuel System, Other · 2,428 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V188000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
Component
Fuel System, Other
Vehicles Affected
2,428
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 2, 2009

Defect Summary

Piaggio is recalling 2,428 my 2006-2008 bv 500 and my 2005-2007 x9 500 scooters. the fuel hose connecting the fuel filter to the fuel pump may come loose. if this fuel hose connection is loose, or has become completely disconnected, then there will be a drop in, or loss of, fuel pressure to the engine.

Safety Consequence

Loss of fuel pressure and engine stalling will increase the risk of a crash. a fuel leak can also result in a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the length of fuel hose connecting the fuel pump to the fuel filter free of charge. the recall began on july 3, 2009. owners may contact piaggio at 1-212-380-4400.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 09V188000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V188000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V188000?

NHTSA recall 09V188000 was issued by Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. on June 2, 2009. It addresses: Fuel hose connection. The recall affects approximately 2,428 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Other component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V188000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.