Front brake master cylinder may let in air
Defect Summary
Piaggio group americas, inc. (piaggio) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 aprilia tuono v4 1000, 2016 tuono v4 1100, 2015 caponord 1200 abs/add, and 2016 caponord rally motorcycles manufactured june 18, 2013, to june 13, 2016. the affected motorcycles have a front brake master cylinder that may allow air into the hydraulic circuit, causing a longer than expected braking distance.
Safety Consequence
If an abnormal distance is required to stop the motorcycle, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Aprilia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder pushrod and boot assembly, free of charge. the recall began october 04, 2016. owners may contact aprilia customer service at 1-866-705-1727.
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FAQ: Recall 16V691000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V691000?
NHTSA recall 16V691000 was issued by Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. on September 26, 2016. It addresses: Front brake master cylinder may let in air. The recall affects approximately 1,628 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V691000 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.