Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V502000 Reported July 1, 2021

Crankshaft connecting rod may break

Q: What is recall 21V502000?

NHTSA recall 21V502000 was issued by Aprilia Usa, Inc. on July 1, 2021. It addresses: Crankshaft connecting rod may break. The recall affects approximately 308 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Aprilia Usa, Inc. · N/A · 308 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

21V502000

Manufacturer Campaign

PA2ZZQ2107

Manufacturer

Aprilia Usa, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

308

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

July 1, 2021

Completion Rate

99.67

Defect Summary

Aprilia is recalling certain 2021 rs 660 and tuono 660 motorcycles. the engine crankshaft connecting rod may break due to improper heat-treatment.

Safety Consequence

A broken connecting rod can cause a sudden engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Aprilia Usa, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 21V502000 or campaign PA2ZZQ2107.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 21V502000

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

What is recall 21V502000?

NHTSA recall 21V502000 was issued by Aprilia Usa, Inc. on July 1, 2021. It addresses: Crankshaft connecting rod may break. The recall affects approximately 308 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Aprilia Usa, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V502000 or the manufacturer campaign number PA2ZZQ2107. 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.